In a ratio which is equal to 7 : 8, if the antecedent is 35, what is the consequent?

Answer: Option B

Let the consequent be x
$$\begin{array}{rl}& \text{Then,}\\ & \frac{7}{8}=\frac{35}{x}\Rightarrow 35\times 8\\ & \Rightarrow x=\frac{35\times 8}{7}=40\end{array}$$