If 5 is added to both the numerator and the denominator of the fraction 5/9, will the value of the fraction be changed? If so, will the value increase or decrease

Solution:

According to the question we have given fraction = 5/9

Now adding 5 we have , 5 + 5/9 + 5 = 10/14 = 5/7

Here, 5/9 ≠ 5/7

Therefore, in such a case the value is increased.

✦ Try This: If -5 is added to both the numerator and the denominator of the fraction 5/9, will the value of the fraction be changed? If so, will the value increase or decrease?

To solve the above problem you can follow the fractions and decimals rules and basic integer rules to get the required answer.

☛ Also Check: NCERT Solutions for Class 7 Maths Chapter 2

NCERT Exemplar Class 7 Maths Chapter 2 Exercise Problem 55

If 5 is added to both the numerator and the denominator of the fraction 5/9, will the value of the fraction be changed? If so, will the value increase or decrease

Summary:

If 5 is added to both the numerator and the denominator of the fraction 5/9, the value will increase

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