Question

The numerator and denominator of a rational number are in the ratio 3:4. If the
denominator is increased by 3, the ratio becomes 3:5. Find the rational number.​

Answer 1

Answer:

9 & 12

Step-by-step explanation:

let the numbers be 3x and 4x

      3x : (4x+3) = 3:5

or,    x : (4x+3) = 1:5

or,         4x + 3 = 5x

or,          5x-4x = 3

or,             x      =  3

Hence , the numbers are = 9 and 12