What is 16/40 Simplified? (Reduce 16/40 to Lowest Terms: 2/5)

Exact Answer

16/40 = 2/5

Simplified Fraction

2/5

Mixed Number

Proper (2/5)

Decimal Value

0.4

Percentage

40%

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Step-by-Step Solution: 16/40 = 2/5

Step 1

Find the Factors of the Numerator and Denominator

List the positive factors of both numbers:
• Factors of 16: 1, 2, 4, 8, 16
• Factors of 40: 1, 2, 4, 5, 8, 10, 20, 40

GCD(16, 40) = 8

Step 2

Divide Both by the Greatest Common Divisor (GCD)

The Greatest Common Divisor (GCD) is 8. Divide both the numerator (16) and denominator (40) by 8.

16 ÷ 8/40 ÷ 8 = 2/5

Visual Representation

The diagram below illustrates Simplify 16/40 visually:

Summary & Alternative Representations

Property / Format	Value
Lowest Terms Fraction	`2/5`
Mixed Number Form	`2/5`
Decimal Form	`0.4`
Percentage	`40%`

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is 16/40 in simplest form?

16/40 simplified to lowest terms is 2/5.

What is the GCD (GCF) of 16 and 40?

The Greatest Common Divisor (GCD) of 16 and 40 is 8.

What are equivalent fractions to 16/40?

Equivalent fractions to 16/40 include 4/10, 6/15, and 8/20.