If the numerator of a fraction be increased by 50% and its denominator be diminished by 28%, the value of the fraction is 25/36. Find the original fraction.
A.1/3✓ Correct
B.2/3
C.1/5
D.2/5
Explanation
Let original fraction = p/q. New fraction = 1.5p / 0.72q = 25/36. So p/q = (25 × 0.72)/(36 × 1.5) = 18/54 = 1/3.
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