If the numerator of a fraction is increased by 200% and the denominator by 300%, the fraction thus obtained is 1/36. What is the original fractions ?

• A. 5/9
• B. 3/9
• C. 4/9
• D. 6/9

Answer: (C)

Let the fractions be x/yx + 200% of x/y + 300% of y = 1/3= x + 2x/y + 3y = 1/3= 3x/4y = 1/3Hence x/y = 4/9