Question

Write 40/32 in simplest form

Answer 1

Answer: 40/32 is equivalent to 1 1/4

Step-by-step explanation: The fraction 40/32 is equivalent1 to 1 1/4.

This fraction is a IMPROPER FRACTION once the absolute value of the top number or numerator (40) is greater than the absolute value of the bottom number or denomintor (32). So, the equivalent fraction is a MIXED NUMBER which is made up of a whole number (1) and proper fraction (1/4).

The fraction 40/32 is equal to 40÷32 and can also be expressed in decimal form as 1.25.

Answer 2

Divide both the top and the bottom by 8.

40/32=5/4

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