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Simplify 142:72
The simplified ratio of 142:72 is 71:36. Free ratio calculator with GCD breakdown.
71:36
GCD of 142 and 72 is 2. Simplified: 142/2 : 72/2 = 71:36
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.
Quick Reference Table
| Input | Result |
|---|---|
| 142 / 67 | 142:67 |
| 142 / 70 | 71:35 |
| 142 / 71 | 2:1 |
| 142 / 73 | 142:73 |
| 142 / 74 | 71:37 |
| 142 / 77 | 142:77 |
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.