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Simplest form answer
The simplified form of 18/45 is 2/5. The GCF is 9, the decimal is 0.4, and the percent is 40%.
Simplified
2/5
Decimal
0.4
Percent
40%
1. Find the greatest common factor.
The GCF of 18 and 45 is 9.
2. Divide the numerator and denominator by the GCF.
18 ÷ 9 = 2
45 ÷ 9 = 5
3. Write the result.
18/45 simplified is 2/5.
Decimal equivalent
2/5 = 0.4
Percentage equivalent
2/5 = 40%
The filled part represents 2/5 of one whole.
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