The sum of the numbers is 98. If the ratio between the first and the second be 2:3 and that between the second and third be 5:8, then find the second number?  Choose the correct choice from the following answers:	A) 24	B) 30	C) 36	D) 42	E) 50

Rationale: given ratios 2 : 3 5 : 8 10 : 15 : 24 the second number = 98 / ( 10 + 15 + 24 ) * 15 = 30 answer is b
Answer: B