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If the numerator of a fraction is multiplied by 2 and the denominator is reduced by 5 the fraction becomes 6/5. And, if the denominator is doubled and the numerator is increased by 8, the fraction becomes 2/5. Find the fraction.

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Let the fraction be `x/y.`
According to the Question,
1st Equation,
` (2x)/(y - 5) = 6/5`
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