Multiple choice

The denominator of a fraction is 5 more than twice the numerator. If x represents the numerator and y represents the denominator, which of the following equations represents the situation?

  1. y = 2x + 5

  2. x = 2y + 5

  3. 2x = 2y + 5

  4. x = y + 5

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A Correct answer
Explanation

Denominator is 5 more than twice its numerator, y = 5 + 2x