SOLUTION: numerator of a fraction is increased by 60%, and at same time denominator is decreased 60% what is the new fraction

Question 949928: numerator of a fraction is increased by 60%, and at same time denominator is decreased 60% what is the new fraction
Answer by josgarithmetic(39630) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
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Original fraction, .
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New fraction,

Factor of 1 would be 100% of original.
The factor obtained means about 267% of original.

The new fraction can be expressed as .

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May have misunderstood your description. If denominator decreased by 60%, then
which would mean

, the new fraction.

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