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The denominator of a rational number is greater than its numerator by 7. If 3
is subtracted from the numerator and 2 is added to its denominator, the new
1/5
number becomes = . Find the rational number.
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The answer is 6/13
Step-by-step explanation:
Let the number be x
The denominator=x+7
According to the question,
x-3/x+7+2=1/5
x-3/x+9=1/5
By cross-multiplication
5x-15=x+9
4x=24
x=6
x+7=13
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