SOLUTION: The denominator of a fraction is five more than the numerator. If both numerator and denominator are decreased by six, the simplified result is 4/5. Find the original fraction. (Do

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Question 1157697: The denominator of a fraction is five more than the numerator. If both numerator and denominator are decreased by six, the simplified result is 4/5. Find the original fraction. (Do NOT simplify.)

Answer by ikleyn(52878)   (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
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If you think 5 seconds on the problem, you will find/guess the solution MENTALLY in the next 4 seconds.


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