How to simplify 43/14?

Simplifying a fraction (reducing it to the lowest terms), such as 43/14, means expressing the same value more clearly and concisely.

Step-by-step simplification of 43/14

  1. Start with computing the GCD of 43 and 14: GCD(43, 14) = 1.
  2. Divide the numerator by the GCD: 43/1 = 43
  3. Divide the denominator by the GCD: 14/1 = 14
  4. Combine these results to form the new simplified fraction: 43/14

The final result is: 43 14 = 43 14

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