WAEC Mathematics 2018 Objective — Question 44
Question 44 of 50 from the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) Mathematics 2018 Objective paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.
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If x : y = 1/4 : 3/8 and y : z = 1/3 : 4/9, find x : z.
- A. 2:3
- B. 3:4
- C. 3:8
- D. 1:2Correct
Explanation
x:y simplifies to 2:3, and y:z simplifies to 3:4. Combining, x:z = (2/3)×(3/4) = 1:2.
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