What fraction is equivalent to 36/60 and the sum of the numerator and denominator is 24

The fraction is

Step-by-step explanation:

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Where x and y are the numerator and denominator of our new fraction respectively.

Also given is that x + y = 24

So   = 36 ÷ 60 = 0.6

x = 0.6y

Substituting x in x + y = 24 gives;

0.6y + y = 24 , 1.6y = 24

y = 24 ÷ 1.6 = 15

x = 24 - 15 = 9

So our fraction is

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