In the given ratio of $1 : 6,$ add $4$ to the antecedent and $2$ to the consequent. Then the new ratio is

5 : 6

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1 : 8

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5 : 8

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8 : 5

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Solution

The correct option is B $5 : 8$
Given ratio is $1 : 6$
New ratio $(1 + 4) : (6 + 2) = 5 : 8$

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