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Simplest form answer
The simplified form of 12/20 is 3/5. The GCF is 4, the decimal is 0.6, and the percent is 60%.
Simplified
3/5
Decimal
0.6
Percent
60%
1. Find the greatest common factor.
The GCF of 12 and 20 is 4.
2. Divide the numerator and denominator by the GCF.
12 ÷ 4 = 3
20 ÷ 4 = 5
3. Write the result.
12/20 simplified is 3/5.
Decimal equivalent
3/5 = 0.6
Percentage equivalent
3/5 = 60%
The filled part represents 3/5 of one whole.
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