How to simplify 23/31?

Simplifying a fraction (reducing it to the lowest terms), such as 23/31, means expressing the same value more clearly and concisely.

Step-by-step simplification of 23/31

  1. Start with computing the GCD of 23 and 31: GCD(23, 31) = 1.
  2. Divide the numerator by the GCD: 23/1 = 23
  3. Divide the denominator by the GCD: 31/1 = 31
  4. Combine these results to form the new simplified fraction: 23/31

The final result is: 23 31 = 23 31

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