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A fraction is equivalent to \(\dfrac{5}{8}\). Its denominator and numerator add up to 91. What is the difference between the denominator and numerator of this fraction?1. 32. 133. 194. 21 |
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Answer» Correct Answer - Option 4 : 21 Given: Fraction = \(\dfrac{5}{8}\) Denominator + Numerator = 91 Concept used: In a fraction, \(\dfrac{p}{q}\) p = Numerator q = Denominator Calculations: Let the numerator and denominator be 5x and 8x respectively ⇒ 5x + 8x = 91 ⇒ 13x = 91 ⇒ x = 7 Difference = 8x - 5x ⇒ 3 × 7 ⇒ 21 ∴ The difference between numerator and denominator of this fraction is 21 |
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