The numerator of a fraction is increased by 88% and the denominator is increased by 55%. The value of the fraction becomes 1504/775. What is the original fraction?
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
The correct answer is Option 1 i.e. 8/5.
Let the fraction be x/y
⇒ (x × 188%)/(y × 155%) = 1504/775
⇒ (x × 188)/(y × 155) = 1504/775
⇒ x/y = (1504 × 155)/(775 × 188)
⇒ x/y = 8/5
Thus, the fraction is 8/5