If a:b = 8:10 and b:c = 10:12, then a:b:c = ? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

If a:b = 8:10 and b:c = 10:12, then a:b:c = ?
A. 16:20:24
B. 8:11:12
C. 8:10:12
D. 7:10:13
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Combine ratios: a:b = 8:10, b:c = 10:12 ⇒ a:b:c = 8:10:12.

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