How to simplify 7/40?

Simplifying a fraction (reducing it to the lowest terms), such as 7/40, means expressing the same value more clearly and concisely.

Step-by-step simplification of 7/40

  1. Start with computing the GCD of 7 and 40: GCD(7, 40) = 1.
  2. Divide the numerator by the GCD: 7/1 = 7
  3. Divide the denominator by the GCD: 40/1 = 40
  4. Combine these results to form the new simplified fraction: 7/40

The final result is: 7 40 = 7 40

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