How to simplify 43/48?

Simplifying a fraction (reducing it to the lowest terms), such as 43/48, means expressing the same value more clearly and concisely.

Step-by-step simplification of 43/48

  1. Start with computing the GCD of 43 and 48: GCD(43, 48) = 1.
  2. Divide the numerator by the GCD: 43/1 = 43
  3. Divide the denominator by the GCD: 48/1 = 48
  4. Combine these results to form the new simplified fraction: 43/48

The final result is: 43 48 = 43 48

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