How to simplify 47/70?

Simplifying a fraction (reducing it to the lowest terms), such as 47/70, means expressing the same value more clearly and concisely.

Step-by-step simplification of 47/70

  1. Start with computing the GCD of 47 and 70: GCD(47, 70) = 1.
  2. Divide the numerator by the GCD: 47/1 = 47
  3. Divide the denominator by the GCD: 70/1 = 70
  4. Combine these results to form the new simplified fraction: 47/70

The final result is: 47 70 = 47 70

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