The sum of three numbers is 98. If the ratio of the first to second is 2 :3 and that of the second to the third is 5 : 8, then the second number is:  Choose the correct choice from the following choices.
A) 20
B) 30
C) 48
D) 58
E) 68
Explanation:   Let the three parts be A, B, C. Then,   A : B = 2 : 3 and B : C = 5 : 8 =5*3/5 : 8*3/5 =3: 24/5   A : B : C = 2 : 3 :	24/5=10:15:24   B =	98* 15/49= 
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<output>30</output>
30.   Answer IS 30
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The sum of three numbers is 98. If the ratio of the first to second is 2 :3 and that of the second to the third is 5 : 8, then the second number is: