If a:b = 2:8 and b:c = 8:5, then a:b:c = ? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

If a:b = 2:8 and b:c = 8:5, then a:b:c = ?
A. 4:16:10
B. 2:9:5
C. 1:8:6
D. 2:8:5
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Combine ratios: a:b = 2:8, b:c = 8:5 ⇒ a:b:c = 2:8:5.

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