The value of a fraction is 2/ If the numerator decreased by 2 and the denominator increased by 1, the resulting fraction is equivalent to ¼. Find the numerator of the original fraction.

The value of a fraction is 2/ If the numerator decreased by 2 and the denominator increased by 1, the resulting fraction is equivalent to ¼. Find the numerator of the original fraction.

A 3

B 4

C 6

D 8

Solution

Correct Answer: Option C

(2x-2)/(5x+1) = 1/4

=> 8x - x = 5x + 1

=> x=3

Numerator of the original Fraction = 2x =6