How to simplify 100/23?

Simplifying a fraction (reducing it to the lowest terms), such as 100/23, means expressing the same value more clearly and concisely.

Step-by-step simplification of 100/23

  1. Start with computing the GCD of 100 and 23: GCD(100, 23) = 1.
  2. Divide the numerator by the GCD: 100/1 = 100
  3. Divide the denominator by the GCD: 23/1 = 23
  4. Combine these results to form the new simplified fraction: 100/23

The final result is: 100 23 = 100 23

Since the GCD is equal to 1, the fraction was already in its simplest form and couldn't be further reduced.