2019 · Q83
If the numerator of a fraction is increased by 200% and the denominator is increased by 300%, the resultant fraction is 9/17. What was the original fraction?
general-mental-abilityquantitative-aptitude
- A10/17
- B11/17
- C12/17
- D13/17
Explanation
Increasing the numerator by 200% triples it (3x) and the denominator by 300% quadruples it (4y): 3x/4y = 9/17, so x/y = 36/51 = 12/17. Hence C.