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1. If p:q=q:r=r:s=2:3 and p=8 what is the value of s?

  • A. 3
  • B. 3
  • C. 3
  • D. 3

Answer: Option D

Explanation:


Given that, p:q = q:r = r:s = 2:3 and p = 8

So, p/q = 2/3

or. 8/q = 2/3

so, q = 12

Again, q/r = 2/3

or, 12/r = 2/3

so, r = 18

Again, r/s = 2/3

or, 18/s = 2/3

so, s = 27

Ans: s = 27


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