How to simplify 19/48?

Simplifying a fraction (reducing it to the lowest terms), such as 19/48, means expressing the same value more clearly and concisely.

Step-by-step simplification of 19/48

  1. Start with computing the GCD of 19 and 48: GCD(19, 48) = 1.
  2. Divide the numerator by the GCD: 19/1 = 19
  3. Divide the denominator by the GCD: 48/1 = 48
  4. Combine these results to form the new simplified fraction: 19/48

The final result is: 19 48 = 19 48

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