How to simplify 87/40?

Simplifying a fraction (reducing it to the lowest terms), such as 87/40, means expressing the same value more clearly and concisely.

Step-by-step simplification of 87/40

  1. Start with computing the GCD of 87 and 40: GCD(87, 40) = 1.
  2. Divide the numerator by the GCD: 87/1 = 87
  3. Divide the denominator by the GCD: 40/1 = 40
  4. Combine these results to form the new simplified fraction: 87/40

The final result is: 87 40 = 87 40

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