How to simplify 47/50?

Simplifying a fraction (reducing it to the lowest terms), such as 47/50, means expressing the same value more clearly and concisely.

Step-by-step simplification of 47/50

  1. Start with computing the GCD of 47 and 50: GCD(47, 50) = 1.
  2. Divide the numerator by the GCD: 47/1 = 47
  3. Divide the denominator by the GCD: 50/1 = 50
  4. Combine these results to form the new simplified fraction: 47/50

The final result is: 47 50 = 47 50

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