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If the numerator is decreased by 1 and denominator is multiplied by 2, then the resulting fraction is $\frac{1}{5}$ . If the numerator is increased by 12 and denominator is multiplied by 6, then the resulting fraction is $\frac{1}{2}$ . What is the difference between the numerator and the denominator?

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-5

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-2

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3

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1

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The correct option is B -2
Option B

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