The denominator of a fraction is 3 more than its numerator. If the nu…

Question

The denominator of a fraction is 3 more than its numerator. If the numerator is increased by 7 and denominator is decreased by 2, we obtain 2. The sum of numerator and denominator of the fraction is -

Accepted Answer

Option B. 13. Answer & Solution Answer: Option B Solution: Let the numerator be n and the denominator be n + 3 & According to question & n + 7 ( n + 3 ) - 2 = 2/1 & n + 7n + 1 = 2/1 & 2n + 2 = n + 7 & n = 5 & Fraction = 55 + 3 = 5/8 & Sum = 5 + 8 = 13