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What is the lowest term of the fraction 45/63

User Dan Gayle
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To find the lowest terms of the fraction 45/63, you can simplify it by dividing both the numerator and the denominator by their greatest common divisor (GCD). The GCD of 45 and 63 is 9.

So, divide both numbers by 9:

(45 ÷ 9) / (63 ÷ 9) = 5/7

The lowest terms of the fraction 45/63 are 5/7.

User Ben Clayton
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Answer: 5/7

Explanation:

We can divide the numerator and denominator both by 9.

45/63

(45/9) / (63/9)

5/7

Since we cannot further simplify this fraction, 5/7 would be the lowest term.

User Mike The Tike
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