The denominator of a certain fraction is 4 more than the numerator. If 4 is added to the numerator and 7 is added to the denominator, the value of the fraction is 1/2. Find the original fraction. Check your answer.

The denominator of a certain fraction is 4 more than the numerator. If 4 is added to the numerator and 7 is added to the denominator, the value of the fraction is 1/2. Find the original fraction. Check your answer.

Mathematics For Machine Technology

8th Edition

ISBN:9781337798310

Author:Peterson, John.

Publisher:Peterson, John.

Chapter2: Addition Of Common Fractions And Mixed Numbers

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 8A: Determine the lowest common denominators of the following sets of fractions. 8. 35,910,56

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