When the numerator of a particular fraction is increased by 8 and its denominator is decreased by 1, the resulting fraction is the reciprocal of the original fraction. Solve for the original fraction.

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Chapter2: Addition Of Common Fractions And Mixed Numbers
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Solve the problem through the concept of rational eq.
When the numerator of a particular fraction is increased by 8 and its denominator is
decreased by 1, the resulting fraction is the reciprocal of the original fraction. Solve for the
original fraction.
Transcribed Image Text:Solve the problem through the concept of rational eq. When the numerator of a particular fraction is increased by 8 and its denominator is decreased by 1, the resulting fraction is the reciprocal of the original fraction. Solve for the original fraction.
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