SOLUTION: The ratio of the numerator to the denominator of a fraction is 2 to 3. If both the numerator and denominator are increased by 2, the fraction becomes 3/4. Find the original numerat

Question 1096828: The ratio of the numerator to the denominator of a fraction is 2 to 3. If both the numerator and denominator are increased by 2, the fraction becomes 3/4. Find the original numerator and denominator.
Answer by Fombitz(32388) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!

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Multiply eq. 1 by 3 and eq. 2 by -2 and add,

Now use either equation to solve for Y.

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