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Positive a/b=c/d=2/3. What can be concluded about a:c?

AIt must equal 2:3
BIt must equal 3:2
CIt must equal 1:1
DIt is not fixed
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: D. It is not fixed
The two equal ratios can have different scale factors, leaving a:c undetermined.
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