How to simplify 40/81?

Simplifying a fraction (reducing it to the lowest terms), such as 40/81, means expressing the same value more clearly and concisely.

Step-by-step simplification of 40/81

  1. Start with computing the GCD of 40 and 81: GCD(40, 81) = 1.
  2. Divide the numerator by the GCD: 40/1 = 40
  3. Divide the denominator by the GCD: 81/1 = 81
  4. Combine these results to form the new simplified fraction: 40/81

The final result is: 40 81 = 40 81

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