Question

The numerator of a rational number is 2 less than the denominator. If one is added to its denominator, it becomes 1/2 find the rational number.​

Answer 1

Answer:

3/5

Step-by-step explanation:

Let the denominator be x

Numerator = x-2

Rational no. = x-2/x

A.T.Q

x-2-1/x-1 = 1/2

x-3/x-1 = 1/2

2(x-3) = 1( x-1)

2x - 6 = x -1

2x-x = -1 +6

x = 5

Rational no. = 5-2/5 = 3/5

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Answer 2

Answer:

the correct answer is 3/5