What is 42/68 Simplified? (Reduce 42/68 to Lowest Terms: 21/34)

Exact Answer

42/68 = 21/34

Simplified Fraction

21/34

Mixed Number

Proper (21/34)

Decimal Value

0.617647

Percentage

61.7647%

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Step-by-Step Solution: 42/68 = 21/34

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 68: 1, 2, 4, 17, 34, 68

GCD(42, 68) = 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 (68) by 2.

42 ÷ 2/68 ÷ 2 = 21/34

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The diagram below illustrates Simplify 42/68 visually:

Summary & Alternative Representations

Property / Format	Value
Lowest Terms Fraction	`21/34`
Mixed Number Form	`21/34`
Decimal Form	`0.617647`
Percentage	`61.7647%`

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is 42/68 in simplest form?

42/68 simplified to lowest terms is 21/34.

What is the GCD (GCF) of 42 and 68?

The Greatest Common Divisor (GCD) of 42 and 68 is 2.

What are equivalent fractions to 42/68?

Equivalent fractions to 42/68 include 42/68, 63/102, and 84/136.