How to simplify 5/42?

Simplifying a fraction (reducing it to the lowest terms), such as 5/42, means expressing the same value more clearly and concisely.

Step-by-step simplification of 5/42

  1. Start with computing the GCD of 5 and 42: GCD(5, 42) = 1.
  2. Divide the numerator by the GCD: 5/1 = 5
  3. Divide the denominator by the GCD: 42/1 = 42
  4. Combine these results to form the new simplified fraction: 5/42

The final result is: 5 42 = 5 42

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