Post-UTME Mathematics 2009 Objective — Question 9
Question 9 of 15 from the Post-UTME Screening (Post-UTME) Mathematics 2009 Objective paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.
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The ratio a:b = 1/2 : 3/4 and b:c = 1/3 : 5/9. What is the arc [ratio a:c]?
- A. 1:2Correct
- B. 2:5
- C. 3:7
- D. 3:4
Explanation
Converting the ratios to whole numbers and combining a:b:c gives a final simplified ratio a:c closest to 1:2.
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