Question

The numerator of a rational number is 2 less than the denominator. If 1 is subtracted from both the numerator and the denominator, then the new rational number in its simplest form is 1/2. Find the number.

Answer 1

Answer:

3/5

Step-by-step explanation:

Let the numerator be x.

Denominator = x+2

According to Question,

(x-1) / (x+2-1) = 1/2

(x-1) / (x+1) = 1/2

2 (x-1) = 1 (x+1)

2x-2 = x+1

2x - x = 1+2

x = 3

Hence, numerator = 3

Denominator = 3+2 = 5

Therefore, rational number = 3/5

Answer 2

Answer:

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