How to simplify 40/67?

Simplifying a fraction (reducing it to the lowest terms), such as 40/67, means expressing the same value more clearly and concisely.

Step-by-step simplification of 40/67

  1. Start with computing the GCD of 40 and 67: GCD(40, 67) = 1.
  2. Divide the numerator by the GCD: 40/1 = 40
  3. Divide the denominator by the GCD: 67/1 = 67
  4. Combine these results to form the new simplified fraction: 40/67

The final result is: 40 67 = 40 67

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