A fraction bears the same ratio to 1/27 as 3/7 does to 5/9.

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A fraction bears the same ratio to 1/27 as 3/7 does to 5/9. The fraction is ?

1. 7 / 45
2. 1 / 35
3. 45 / 7
4. 5 / 21

Correct Option: B

From question, N : 1/27 = 3/7 : 5/9
⇒ 5/9 x N = 1/27 x 3/7
⇒ 5/9 x N = 1/63
∴ N = (1/63) x (9/5) = 1/35