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Simplest form answer
The simplified form of 12/16 is 3/4. The GCF is 4, the decimal is 0.75, and the percent is 75%.
Simplified
3/4
Decimal
0.75
Percent
75%
1. Find the greatest common factor.
The GCF of 12 and 16 is 4.
2. Divide the numerator and denominator by the GCF.
12 ÷ 4 = 3
16 ÷ 4 = 4
3. Write the result.
12/16 simplified is 3/4.
Decimal equivalent
3/4 = 0.75
Percentage equivalent
3/4 = 75%
The filled part represents 3/4 of one whole.
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