Question

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simplify the following fraction: $\frac{24}{40}$
answer attempt 1 out of 2

Explanation:

Step1: Find GCD of 24 and 40

The greatest common divisor (GCD) of 24 and 40 is 8.

Step2: Divide numerator by GCD

$\frac{24}{8} = 3$

Step3: Divide denominator by GCD

$\frac{40}{8} = 5$

Step4: Form simplified fraction

Combine the results of Step2 and Step3.

Answer:

$\frac{3}{5}$