Multiple choice

The numerator of a fraction is increased by 70% and the denominator is decreased by 10%. If the new fraction is 7/15, then find the original fraction.

  1. 7

  2. 7/55

  3. 77/255

  4. 21/85

  5. None of these

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D Correct answer
Explanation

Let the original fraction be n/p.

 (1.7*n)/(0.9*p) = 7/15

So, n/p = 21/85