How to simplify 40/39?

Simplifying a fraction (reducing it to the lowest terms), such as 40/39, means expressing the same value more clearly and concisely.

Step-by-step simplification of 40/39

  1. Start with computing the GCD of 40 and 39: GCD(40, 39) = 1.
  2. Divide the numerator by the GCD: 40/1 = 40
  3. Divide the denominator by the GCD: 39/1 = 39
  4. Combine these results to form the new simplified fraction: 40/39

The final result is: 40 39 = 40 39

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