Question

If the numerator (x) of a fraction is increased by 2 and denominator (y) is decreased by 1, it becomes 2/3, the expression can be represented by​

Answer 1

Given :-

If the numerator (x) of a fraction is increased by 2 and denominator (y) is decreased by 1, it becomes 2/3

To Find :-

The expression

Solution :-

We have the numerator as x and denominator as y

When the numerator increased by 2

New numerator = x + 2

When the denominator decreased by 1

New denomiantor = x - 1

The expression could be

x + 2/x - 1 = 2/3