How to simplify 48/11?

Simplifying a fraction (reducing it to the lowest terms), such as 48/11, means expressing the same value more clearly and concisely.

Step-by-step simplification of 48/11

  1. Start with computing the GCD of 48 and 11: GCD(48, 11) = 1.
  2. Divide the numerator by the GCD: 48/1 = 48
  3. Divide the denominator by the GCD: 11/1 = 11
  4. Combine these results to form the new simplified fraction: 48/11

The final result is: 48 11 = 48 11

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