Question

The denominator of a rational number is greater than its numerator by 4. If the numerator is increased by 7 and the denominator is decreased by 2, the new number becomes 6/5. find the original rational number.
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Answer 1

Step-by-step explanation:

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let the numerator = x

So, denominator=-x+4

Number=

x+4

x

According to question,

x+4−1

x+11

=

3

7

⟹3(x+11)=7(x+3)

⟹4x=12

⟹x=3

Hence, original number =

7

3

Answer 2

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identify the problem

write the mathematical equation

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