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If x:y = 2:3 and z:y = 4:3, what is x:z?

A. 2:3

B. 3:4

C. 1:2

D. 3:2

Explanation:

x:z = (2×3):(3×4) = 6:12 = 1:2. Other options miscalculate the ratios.

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