How to simplify 100/47?

Simplifying a fraction (reducing it to the lowest terms), such as 100/47, means expressing the same value more clearly and concisely.

Step-by-step simplification of 100/47

  1. Start with computing the GCD of 100 and 47: GCD(100, 47) = 1.
  2. Divide the numerator by the GCD: 100/1 = 100
  3. Divide the denominator by the GCD: 47/1 = 47
  4. Combine these results to form the new simplified fraction: 100/47

The final result is: 100 47 = 100 47

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