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Simplify 142:4
The simplified ratio of 142:4 is 71:2. Free ratio calculator with GCD breakdown.
71:2
GCD of 142 and 4 is 2. Simplified: 142/2 : 4/2 = 71:2
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.