If a:b = 3:10 and b:c = 10:8, then a:b:c = ? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

If a:b = 3:10 and b:c = 10:8, then a:b:c = ?
A. 2:10:9
B. 3:10:8
C. 3:11:8
D. 6:20:16
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Combine ratios: a:b = 3:10, b:c = 10:8 ⇒ a:b:c = 3:10:8.

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