How to simplify 40/21?

Simplifying a fraction (reducing it to the lowest terms), such as 40/21, means expressing the same value more clearly and concisely.

Step-by-step simplification of 40/21

  1. Start with computing the GCD of 40 and 21: GCD(40, 21) = 1.
  2. Divide the numerator by the GCD: 40/1 = 40
  3. Divide the denominator by the GCD: 21/1 = 21
  4. Combine these results to form the new simplified fraction: 40/21

The final result is: 40 21 = 40 21

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