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The numerator of a fraction is six more than its denominator. If the numerator is increased by 5 and the denominator is decreased by 1, the fraction becomes 3/2. Find the fraction |
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Answer» Answer: Step-by-step explanation: Let NUMERATOR be x and denominator y. given, x = y + 6 ----- (i) x + 5 / y -1 = 3/2 => y + 6 + 5 / y - 1 = 3/2 => 2(y + 11) = 3( y - 1) => 2y + 22 = 3y - 3 => 3y - 2y = 3 + 22 => y = 25. SUBSTITUTE value of y in (i), x = 25+ 6 = 31. Thus the FRACTION is 31/25. |
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