How to simplify 25/42?

Simplifying a fraction (reducing it to the lowest terms), such as 25/42, means expressing the same value more clearly and concisely.

Step-by-step simplification of 25/42

  1. Start with computing the GCD of 25 and 42: GCD(25, 42) = 1.
  2. Divide the numerator by the GCD: 25/1 = 25
  3. Divide the denominator by the GCD: 42/1 = 42
  4. Combine these results to form the new simplified fraction: 25/42

The final result is: 25 42 = 25 42

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