The denominator of a fraction is 20 more than the numerator of the fraction. If 5 is added to the numerator of the fraction and the denominator is unchanged, the value of the resulting fraction becomes 38. Use x as your variable. Find x.

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Even with 5 added, with the denominator being 20 more, the result cannot be a whole number. Typos?
(x + 5) / (x + 20) = 38

x + 5 = 38x + 760

-37x = 755
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