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
E None of these 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

Relevant for Exams:

×