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In a rational number, twice the numerator is 2 more than the denominator If 3 is added to each, the numerator and the denominator. The niw fraction is 2/3. Find the original number.


Le the numerator is


Denominator is


Fraction = =


According to the question:


Numerator and Denominator are increased by 3, then fraction is




On cross multiplication, we get






Therefore numerator =7


Denominator =


Therefore fraction =


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