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  • If a fraction's numerator is increased by 1 and the denominator is increased by 1 and denominator is increased by 2 then the fraction becomes 2/3. But when the numerator is increased by 5 and the denominator is increased by 1, then the fraction becomes 5/4. What is the value of the original fraction?


  • Options
  • A. 3/7
  • B. 5/8
  • C. 5/7
  • D. 6/7

  • Correct Answer
  • 5/7 

    Explanation

    Let the numerator and denominator be p and q respectively.
    Then, (p + 2) / (q + 3) = 7/9
    ? 9(p + 2) = 7(q +3)
    ? 9p - 7q = 3 ....(i)
    Again, (p - 1) / (q - 1) = 4/5
    ? 5p - 4q = 1 ....(ii)

    Solving (i) and (ii) we get,
    p = 5, q = 6
    Required fraction = 5/6


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