Subject

    Quantitative Aptitude

    Topic

    Number

    If 1 is added to the denominator of a traction, the fraction becomes 1/2. If 1 is added to the numerator of the fraction, the fraction becomes 1. The fraction is :

    ক)
    1/3
    খ)
    2/3
    গ)
    4/3
    ঘ)
    5/3

    Explanation

    Let the fraction be x/y. Then, x /(y+1) = 1/2 => 2x - y = 1  ..........(i)and (x + 1) / y = 1  => x - y =  1 .......(ii) Solving (i) and (ii), we get :  x  = 2, y = 3. Hence, the required fraction is 2/3..

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