Question

Express the ratio below in its simplest form.
12:6

Answer 1

Answer:

2:1

Step-by-step explanation:

Divide both terms by the GCF, 6:

12 ÷ 6 = 2

6 ÷ 6 = 1

The ratio 12 : 6 can be reduced to lowest terms by dividing both terms by the GCF = 6 :

12 : 6 = 2 : 1

Answer 2

Answer:

simplest form of 12:6 is 2:1