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(182)/(78)
simplify the fraction in lowest term​

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Answer:

2 1/3

Explanation:

We have to find the greatest common factor of 182 and 78. We can try them out and get 26. Divide both sides by 26 and get 7/3. Simplify and end up with 2 1/3

User Paget
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Solution -:

Given ,

  • 182/78 change into simplest lowest term.

simplifying fraction in lowest term by prime factorization method-:

Let's Begin -:

182= 2×7×13

78= 2×3×13

now dividing,,,


\displaystyle{ = \frac{ \cancel{2} * 7 * \cancel{13} \: {}^{} }{ \cancel{2 } * 3* \cancel{13}} }


\displaystyle{} = (7)/(3)

so,, the lowest term of 182/78 = 7/3

therefore answer is= 7/3

User Vladimir Sidorenko
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