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The denominator of a fraction is 5 more than twice its numerator. If 3 is added to the numerator and 3 is subtracted from the denominator, the fraction becomes 3/4. Find the original fraction.

Class 10Word Problems on Linear PairsAlgebra — Systems of Equations
  • A3/8
  • B3/11
  • C6/8
  • D11/3

Step-by-Step Solution

Let the fraction be , and gives , that is . Substituting , so and , giving . Check: , and 6/8 = 3/4. 3/8 keeps the changed denominator with the original numerator; 6/8 is the changed fraction itself, not the original; 11/3 is the fraction turned upside down.
Answer: B) 3/11

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