Question Bank • QB_GA_129 MCQ • 1 Mark

Section 8: General Aptitude

Quantitative Aptitude

Subtopic: Ratios & Percentages

Question Statement:

If $a : b = 3 : 4$ and $b : c = 8 : 9$, what is $a : c$?

Options:

  • (A) 2 : 3
  • (B) 1 : 2
  • (C) 3 : 5
  • (D) 4 : 5

Answer Key:

A

Step-by-Step Solution & Explanation

$\frac{a}{c} = \frac{a}{b} \times \frac{b}{c} = \frac{3}{4} \times \frac{8}{9} = \frac{24}{36} = \frac{2}{3} \implies 2 : 3$
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