How to simplify 41/42?

Simplifying a fraction (reducing it to the lowest terms), such as 41/42, means expressing the same value more clearly and concisely.

Step-by-step simplification of 41/42

  1. Start with computing the GCD of 41 and 42: GCD(41, 42) = 1.
  2. Divide the numerator by the GCD: 41/1 = 41
  3. Divide the denominator by the GCD: 42/1 = 42
  4. Combine these results to form the new simplified fraction: 41/42

The final result is: 41 42 = 41 42

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