What is 42/116 Simplified? (Reduce 42/116 to Lowest Terms: 21/58)

Exact Answer

42/116 = 21/58

Simplified Fraction

21/58

Mixed Number

Proper (21/58)

Decimal Value

0.362069

Percentage

36.2069%

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Step-by-Step Solution: 42/116 = 21/58

Step 1

Find the Factors of the Numerator and Denominator

List the positive factors of both numbers:
• Factors of 42: 1, 2, 3, 6, 7, 14, 21, 42
• Factors of 116: 1, 2, 4, 29, 58, 116

GCD(42, 116) = 2

Step 2

Divide Both by the Greatest Common Divisor (GCD)

The Greatest Common Divisor (GCD) is 2. Divide both the numerator (42) and denominator (116) by 2.

42 ÷ 2/116 ÷ 2 = 21/58

Visual Representation

The diagram below illustrates Simplify 42/116 visually:

Summary & Alternative Representations

Property / Format	Value
Lowest Terms Fraction	`21/58`
Mixed Number Form	`21/58`
Decimal Form	`0.362069`
Percentage	`36.2069%`

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is 42/116 in simplest form?

42/116 simplified to lowest terms is 21/58.

What is the GCD (GCF) of 42 and 116?

The Greatest Common Divisor (GCD) of 42 and 116 is 2.

What are equivalent fractions to 42/116?

Equivalent fractions to 42/116 include 42/116, 63/174, and 84/232.