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Simplest form answer
The simplified form of 36/48 is 3/4. The GCF is 12, 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 36 and 48 is 12.
2. Divide the numerator and denominator by the GCF.
36 ÷ 12 = 3
48 ÷ 12 = 4
3. Write the result.
36/48 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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