What is 42/72 Simplified? (Reduce 42/72 to Lowest Terms: 7/12)

Exact Answer

42/72 = 7/12

Simplified Fraction

7/12

Mixed Number

Proper (7/12)

Decimal Value

0.583333

Percentage

58.3333%

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Step-by-Step Solution: 42/72 = 7/12

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 72: 1, 2, 3, 4, 6, 8, 9, 12, 18, 24, 36, 72

GCD(42, 72) = 6

Step 2

Divide Both by the Greatest Common Divisor (GCD)

The Greatest Common Divisor (GCD) is 6. Divide both the numerator (42) and denominator (72) by 6.

42 ÷ 6/72 ÷ 6 = 7/12

Visual Representation

The diagram below illustrates Simplify 42/72 visually:

Summary & Alternative Representations

Property / Format	Value
Lowest Terms Fraction	`7/12`
Mixed Number Form	`7/12`
Decimal Form	`0.583333`
Percentage	`58.3333%`

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is 42/72 in simplest form?

42/72 simplified to lowest terms is 7/12.

What is the GCD (GCF) of 42 and 72?

The Greatest Common Divisor (GCD) of 42 and 72 is 6.

What are equivalent fractions to 42/72?

Equivalent fractions to 42/72 include 14/24, 21/36, and 28/48.