How to simplify 49/84?

Simplifying a fraction (reducing it to the lowest terms), such as 49/84, means expressing the same value more clearly and concisely.

Step-by-step simplification of 49/84

  1. Start with computing the GCD of 49 and 84: GCD(49, 84) = 7.
  2. Divide the numerator by the GCD: 49/7 = 7
  3. Divide the denominator by the GCD: 84/7 = 12
  4. Combine these results to form the new simplified fraction: 7/12

The final result is: 49 84 = 7 12