Question

Q.
I'f the numerator of a fraction is increased by
250% and the denominator is increased by
400% the resultant fraction is 7/17. What is
the original fraction?
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Answer 1

Simple question!

Solution: Let the fraction be x/y

ATQ, we got

(x+2.5x)/(y+4y) = 7/17

3.5x/5y = 7/17

x/y = 35/59.5

x/y = 350/595

x/y = 70/119

So, original fraction is 70/119.