How to simplify 21/43?

Simplifying a fraction (reducing it to the lowest terms), such as 21/43, means expressing the same value more clearly and concisely.

Step-by-step simplification of 21/43

  1. Start with computing the GCD of 21 and 43: GCD(21, 43) = 1.
  2. Divide the numerator by the GCD: 21/1 = 21
  3. Divide the denominator by the GCD: 43/1 = 43
  4. Combine these results to form the new simplified fraction: 21/43

The final result is: 21 43 = 21 43

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