How to simplify 40/11?

Simplifying a fraction (reducing it to the lowest terms), such as 40/11, means expressing the same value more clearly and concisely.

Step-by-step simplification of 40/11

  1. Start with computing the GCD of 40 and 11: GCD(40, 11) = 1.
  2. Divide the numerator by the GCD: 40/1 = 40
  3. Divide the denominator by the GCD: 11/1 = 11
  4. Combine these results to form the new simplified fraction: 40/11

The final result is: 40 11 = 40 11

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