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The numerator of a number is smaller than its denominator by 5. If the numerator is increased by 8 and denominator by 6, then the new number becomes 5/7. Find the rational number.1). -4/32). 4/33). 1/24). -1/9 |
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Answer» Let the denominator of rational number be x. Numerator = (x - 5) New denominator = (x + 6) New numerator = (x - 5 + 8) = (x + 3) Given that, (x + 3)/ (x + 6) = 5/7 ⇒ 7x + 21 = 5x + 30 ⇒ 2x = 9 ⇒ x = 9/2 Original rational number = (x - 5)/x = -(1/2)/(9/2) = -1/9 ∴ ANSWER is -1/9 |
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