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Finding unknown fraction using linear equations

Problem

The sum of numerator and denominator of a fraction is 3 less than twice the denominator.
Also, when both the numerator and the denominator are decreased by 1, the fraction becomes 12.
The numerator of the fraction is N and the denominator is D.
Select the equations which best represent this situation.
Choose 2 answers: