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The numerator of a fraction is 6 less than its denominator. If the numerator is decreased by 1 and the denominator is increased by 5, then the denominator becomes 4 times the numerator. Find the fraction.1. 4/112. 3/113. 5/114. 7/11 |
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Answer» Correct Answer - Option 3 : 5/11 Given: The numerator of the fraction is 6 less than its denominator. If the numerator is decreased by 1 and the denominator is increased by 5, then the denominator becomes 4 times the numerator. Calculations: Let the numerator of the fraction be 'x'. According to question, Denominator = x + 6 Now, ⇒ 4 × (x - 1) = (x + 6) + 5 ⇒ 4x - 4 = x + 11 ⇒ x = 5 ⇒ Numerator of the fraction = 5 ⇒ Denominator of the fraction = x + 6 ⇒ 5 + 6 ⇒ 11 ∴ The fraction is 5/11. Topper's approach: Given: The numerator of the fraction is 6 less than its denominator. If the numerator is decreased by 1 and the denominator is increased by 5, then the denominator becomes 4 times the numerator. Concept used: Directly satisfy the conditions given in the question through options. Explanation: Only option 3 is there which satisfied the first condition that the numerator is 6 less than the denominator. ∴ The fraction is 5/11. |
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