How to simplify 23/21?

Simplifying a fraction (reducing it to the lowest terms), such as 23/21, means expressing the same value more clearly and concisely.

Step-by-step simplification of 23/21

  1. Start with computing the GCD of 23 and 21: GCD(23, 21) = 1.
  2. Divide the numerator by the GCD: 23/1 = 23
  3. Divide the denominator by the GCD: 21/1 = 21
  4. Combine these results to form the new simplified fraction: 23/21

The final result is: 23 21 = 23 21

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