How to simplify 40/23?

Simplifying a fraction (reducing it to the lowest terms), such as 40/23, means expressing the same value more clearly and concisely.

Step-by-step simplification of 40/23

  1. Start with computing the GCD of 40 and 23: GCD(40, 23) = 1.
  2. Divide the numerator by the GCD: 40/1 = 40
  3. Divide the denominator by the GCD: 23/1 = 23
  4. Combine these results to form the new simplified fraction: 40/23

The final result is: 40 23 = 40 23

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