What is 8/40 Simplified? (Reduce 8/40 to Lowest Terms: 1/5)

Exact Answer

8/40 = 1/5

Simplified Fraction

1/5

Mixed Number

Proper (1/5)

Decimal Value

0.2

Percentage

20%

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Step-by-Step Solution: 8/40 = 1/5

Step 1

Find the Factors of the Numerator and Denominator

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

GCD(8, 40) = 8

Step 2

Divide Both by the Greatest Common Divisor (GCD)

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

8 ÷ 8/40 ÷ 8 = 1/5

Visual Representation

The diagram below illustrates Simplify 8/40 visually:

Summary & Alternative Representations

Property / Format	Value
Lowest Terms Fraction	`1/5`
Mixed Number Form	`1/5`
Decimal Form	`0.2`
Percentage	`20%`

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is 8/40 in simplest form?

8/40 simplified to lowest terms is 1/5.

What is the GCD (GCF) of 8 and 40?

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

What are equivalent fractions to 8/40?

Equivalent fractions to 8/40 include 2/10, 3/15, and 4/20.