SOLUTION: If 1 is subtracted from the numerator and denominator of a fraction, the value obtained is 3/4. If 1 is added to its numerator and denominator, the resulting value is 4/5. Find the

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Question 1130488: If 1 is subtracted from the numerator and denominator of a fraction, the value obtained is 3/4. If 1 is added to its numerator and denominator, the resulting value is 4/5. Find the fraction

Answer by josgarithmetic(39618)   (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
, the fraction


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Use Elimination Method for convenience.


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