How to simplify 42/42?

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

Step-by-step simplification of 42/42

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

The final result is: 42 42 = 1 1