How to simplify 40/42?

Simplifying a fraction (reducing it to the lowest terms), such as 40/42, means expressing the same value more clearly and concisely.

Step-by-step simplification of 40/42

  1. Start with computing the GCD of 40 and 42: GCD(40, 42) = 2.
  2. Divide the numerator by the GCD: 40/2 = 20
  3. Divide the denominator by the GCD: 42/2 = 21
  4. Combine these results to form the new simplified fraction: 20/21

The final result is: 40 42 = 20 21