How to simplify 81/42?

Simplifying a fraction (reducing it to the lowest terms), such as 81/42, means expressing the same value more clearly and concisely.

Step-by-step simplification of 81/42

  1. Start with computing the GCD of 81 and 42: GCD(81, 42) = 3.
  2. Divide the numerator by the GCD: 81/3 = 27
  3. Divide the denominator by the GCD: 42/3 = 14
  4. Combine these results to form the new simplified fraction: 27/14

The final result is: 81 42 = 27 14