The denominator of a fraction is 3 more than the numerator. If the numerator as well as the denominator is increased by 4, the fraction becomes 4/5. What was the original fraction ? Options.
A) 8/19  B) 8/11  C) 8/12  D) 8/99  E) 8/17
Explanation:   Let the numerator be x Then, denominator = x + 3.   Now. (x + 4)/(x + 3) +4 = 4/5 &lt;=&gt; 5 (x + 4) = 4(x + 7)   =&gt; x = 8.   The fraction is 8/11.   Answer: 8/11) 8/11
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The denominator of a fraction is 3 more than the numerator. If the numerator as well as the denominator is increased by 4, the fraction becomes 4/5. What was the original fraction ?