SSC Selection Post 2023 PYQ — Question 54

SSC Selection Post - Matriculation Level - 27 June 2023 - Shift 1 • Quantitative Aptitude • Q54

If C = 2/3 of D and D = 3/8 of E‚ then find the ratio of C : E.

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is option 2 i.e. 1:4.

C = 2/3 ​× D

D = 3/8 × E

C = 2/3 ​ × (3/8 ​× E) = 2/3 ​× 3/8 ​× E = 6/24 × E = 1/4 ​E

C : E = 1/4 ​ : 1 = 1 : 4​