How to simplify 40/91?

Simplifying a fraction (reducing it to the lowest terms), such as 40/91, means expressing the same value more clearly and concisely.

Step-by-step simplification of 40/91

  1. Start with computing the GCD of 40 and 91: GCD(40, 91) = 1.
  2. Divide the numerator by the GCD: 40/1 = 40
  3. Divide the denominator by the GCD: 91/1 = 91
  4. Combine these results to form the new simplified fraction: 40/91

The final result is: 40 91 = 40 91

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