How to simplify 43/4?

Simplifying a fraction (reducing it to the lowest terms), such as 43/4, means expressing the same value more clearly and concisely.

Step-by-step simplification of 43/4

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

The final result is: 43 4 = 43 4

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