How to simplify 3/8?

Simplifying a fraction (reducing it to the lowest terms), such as 3/8, means expressing the same value more clearly and concisely.

Step-by-step simplification of 3/8

  1. Start with computing the GCD of 3 and 8: GCD(3, 8) = 1.
  2. Divide the numerator by the GCD: 3/1 = 3
  3. Divide the denominator by the GCD: 8/1 = 8
  4. Combine these results to form the new simplified fraction: 3/8

The final result is: 3 8 = 3 8

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