The numerator of a fraction is 3 less than its denominator. If 1 is added to both, it becomes 5/8. Find the original fraction
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Given:
- The numerator of a fraction is 3 less than its denominator. If 1 is added to both, it becomes 5/8.
To Find:
- Find the original fraction?
Solution:
Let the denominator be x.
Numerator be (x-3).
So, Fraction is .
Again, adding 1 to both;
After putting the Values in the Equation;
So, the Fraction is
Hence,
The Original Fraction is .
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