SSC GD 2023 PYQ — Question 48

SSC GD Constable (English) - 10 Jan 2023 - Shift 2 • Quantitative Aptitude • Q48

The ratio between the fourth proportional of 7, 5, and 3 to the third proportional of 7 and 13 is:

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is Option 2 i.e. 15 : 169.

Calculations:

The fourth proportion of 7, 5 and 3

= 5 × 3/7 = 15/7

The third proportional of 7 and 13 = 13 × 13/7 = 169/7

Hence, the required ratio = 15/169 = 15 : 169