Question

    There is a fraction whose denominator is 5 more than its

    numerator. If the numerator is increased by 10 and denominator is decreased by 4, the fraction will have its value 2. What is the fraction?
    A 8/13 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B 7/12 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C 9/14 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D 11/16 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Let the fraction be x/y. ∴ As per the question, y = x + 5,  ∴  (x+10)/(x+5-4) = 2  Or x+10 = 2 x  + 10 – 8 Or  x = 8 ∴ Fraction = 8/(8 + 5) = 8/13

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