SOLUTION: The denominator of a fraction is 3 more than its numerator. If the numerator is multiplied by 3, the resulting fraction is 5/2 of the original fraction. Find the Original fraction.
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Question 765295: The denominator of a fraction is 3 more than its numerator. If the numerator is multiplied by 3, the resulting fraction is 5/2 of the original fraction. Find the Original fraction.
Answer by tommyt3rd(5050) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
3(n/(n+3))=5/2
6n=5(n+3)
n=15
fraction: 15/18
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