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If P : Q = 5 : 6 and Q : R = 4 : 3, what is P : R?

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  • A10:9
  • B9:10
  • C5:3
  • D20:9

Step-by-Step Solution

Make Q the same: P : Q = 20 : 24 and Q : R = 24 : 18. So P : R = 20 : 18 = 10 : 9.
Answer: A) 10:9

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