How to simplify 49/42?

Simplifying a fraction (reducing it to the lowest terms), such as 49/42, means expressing the same value more clearly and concisely.

Step-by-step simplification of 49/42

  1. Start with computing the GCD of 49 and 42: GCD(49, 42) = 7.
  2. Divide the numerator by the GCD: 49/7 = 7
  3. Divide the denominator by the GCD: 42/7 = 6
  4. Combine these results to form the new simplified fraction: 7/6

The final result is: 49 42 = 7 6