The denominator of a fraction is 5 more than the numerator. if both the numerator and denominator are increased by 3, the the re
sulting fraction becomes 3/4. find the original fraction.
1 answer:
Let's put it into perspective.
x/(x+5)
If increase by 3:
(x+3)/(x+8) = 3/4
Cross multiply.
4(x+3)=3(x+8)
4x+12 =3x+24
Solve algebraically.
4x-3x = 24-12
x = 12
Therefore, original fraction is:
12/17
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