Question

8. If a : b = 5:6 and b:e = 8:9, find a :c.
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Answer 1

Given, A:B=5:6

Multiplying it with 4, we get A:B=20:24

And, B:C=8:9

Multiplying it with 3, we get A:B=24:27

In the given ratios "B" is the common term, and the values of B in both ratios are equal.

Therefore, A:B:C=20:24:27