What is 72/118 Simplified? (Reduce 72/118 to Lowest Terms: 36/59)

Exact Answer

72/118 = 36/59

Simplified Fraction

36/59

Mixed Number

Proper (36/59)

Decimal Value

0.610169

Percentage

61.0169%

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Step-by-Step Solution: 72/118 = 36/59

Step 1

Find the Factors of the Numerator and Denominator

List the positive factors of both numbers:
• Factors of 72: 1, 2, 3, 4, 6, 8, 9, 12, 18, 24, 36, 72
• Factors of 118: 1, 2, 59, 118

GCD(72, 118) = 2

Step 2

Divide Both by the Greatest Common Divisor (GCD)

The Greatest Common Divisor (GCD) is 2. Divide both the numerator (72) and denominator (118) by 2.

72 ÷ 2/118 ÷ 2 = 36/59

Visual Representation

The diagram below illustrates Simplify 72/118 visually:

Summary & Alternative Representations

Property / Format	Value
Lowest Terms Fraction	`36/59`
Mixed Number Form	`36/59`
Decimal Form	`0.610169`
Percentage	`61.0169%`

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is 72/118 in simplest form?

72/118 simplified to lowest terms is 36/59.

What is the GCD (GCF) of 72 and 118?

The Greatest Common Divisor (GCD) of 72 and 118 is 2.

What are equivalent fractions to 72/118?

Equivalent fractions to 72/118 include 72/118, 108/177, and 144/236.