How to simplify 22/42?

Simplifying a fraction (reducing it to the lowest terms), such as 22/42, means expressing the same value more clearly and concisely.

Step-by-step simplification of 22/42

  1. Start with computing the GCD of 22 and 42: GCD(22, 42) = 2.
  2. Divide the numerator by the GCD: 22/2 = 11
  3. Divide the denominator by the GCD: 42/2 = 21
  4. Combine these results to form the new simplified fraction: 11/21

The final result is: 22 42 = 11 21