How to simplify 51/47?

Simplifying a fraction (reducing it to the lowest terms), such as 51/47, means expressing the same value more clearly and concisely.

Step-by-step simplification of 51/47

  1. Start with computing the GCD of 51 and 47: GCD(51, 47) = 1.
  2. Divide the numerator by the GCD: 51/1 = 51
  3. Divide the denominator by the GCD: 47/1 = 47
  4. Combine these results to form the new simplified fraction: 51/47

The final result is: 51 47 = 51 47

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