SSC CHSL 2022 PYQ — Question 60

SSC CHSL - 24 May 2022 - Shift 3 • Quantitative Aptitude • Q60

If the numerator of a fraction is increased by 50% and its denominator is diminished by 28% then, the value of the fraction is 25/36. Find the original fraction.

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is option 4 i.e. 1/3.

Let the numerator be x and the denominator be y

ATQ -

⇒ (x × 150%)/(y × 72%) = 25/36

⇒ (x × 150)/(y × 72) = 25/36

⇒ x/y = (25 ×  72)/(36 × 150)

⇒ x/y = 1/3