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28 November, 12:45

If the numerator of a fraction is increased by 4, then it will equal 3/4. If the denominator

of the original fraction is increased by 2, then it will equal 1/2. Find the original fraction.

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  1. 28 November, 13:01
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    11/20

    Step-by-step explanation:

    Let the fraction be a/b

    (a+4) / b = 3/4

    4 (a+4) = 3b

    a / (b+2) = 1/2

    2a = b+2

    b = 2a-2

    4a+16 = 3 (2a-2)

    4a + 16 = 6a - 6

    2a = 22

    a = 11

    b = 2 (11) - 2 = 20

    a/b = 11/20
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