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The numerator of a fraction is 6 less than the denominator. If 2 is added to both its numerator and denominator, it becomes 2/3. Find the simplest form of the fraction.
Asked in RRB Group D · 2026
Quick Math · Quantitative Aptitude
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Multiplication Tricks has appeared in 46 previous-year exam questions, most frequently in UPSC, SSC and State PSC.
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