Question

The sum of numerator and denominator of a fraction is 18 . If the denominator is increased by 2 ,the fraction reduced to 1/3.Find the fraction....pls I have doubt on my answers...pls solve it ☺️☺️

Answer 1

Let the fraction be x/18-x
Therefore x/16-x= 1/3
16-x=3x
4x=16
X=4
Fraction is 4/14