Question

$\frac{18}{48}$ in the lowest terms is

• A. $\frac{4}{8}$
• B. $\frac{3}{8}$
• C. $\frac{5}{8}$
• D. $\frac{7}{8}$

Answer 1

The correct option is B

$\frac{3}{8}$

H.C.F. of 18 and 48 is 6.

$\frac{18}{48}$ = $\frac{18÷6}{48÷6}$ = $\frac{3}{8}$