Question

The denominator of a fraction exceeds the numerator by 5; if 3 be added to both, the

fraction reduces to ¾. Find the fraction.​

Answer 1

Answer:

Let fraction is x/y, then given,

y= x+5

and x+3/y+3 = 3/4.

Solve the both equations. you will get answer.

Answer 2

ANSWER

• x + 3 / X + 5 + 3   = 3/4
• X + 3 / X + 8          = 3/4
• 4(X+3) = 3(X+8)
• 4X + 12 = 3X + 24
• 4X - 3X = 24 - 12
• X = 12

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