How to simplify 46/79?

Simplifying a fraction (reducing it to the lowest terms), such as 46/79, means expressing the same value more clearly and concisely.

Step-by-step simplification of 46/79

  1. Start with computing the GCD of 46 and 79: GCD(46, 79) = 1.
  2. Divide the numerator by the GCD: 46/1 = 46
  3. Divide the denominator by the GCD: 79/1 = 79
  4. Combine these results to form the new simplified fraction: 46/79

The final result is: 46 79 = 46 79

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