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Simplify 14:8
The simplified ratio of 14:8 is 7:4. Free ratio calculator with GCD breakdown.
7:4
GCD of 14 and 8 is 2. Simplified: 14/2 : 8/2 = 7:4
How This Was Calculated
Simplification: Divide both terms by their GCD.A:B = (A/GCD) : (B/GCD)
Solving proportions: A/B = C/D — cross-multiply to find the missing value.
Scaling: Multiply both terms by the scale factor.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a ratio?
A ratio compares two quantities by division.
How do I simplify a ratio?
Divide both numbers by their greatest common divisor (GCD).
Can ratios have decimal values?
Yes, but simplified ratios are typically expressed as whole numbers.