Question

Simplify the fraction 20/41

Answer 1

. A number that will divide evenly into both the numerator and denominator so it can be reduced. No such number exists for 20 and 41.
or
2. The numerator must be greater than the denominator, (an improper fraction), so it can be converted to a mixed number. 20 is not greater than 41.

This fraction is in simplest form:
=20/41

Answer 2

20/41 (it can't be reduced or simplified)

Explanation:

41 is a prime number hence cannot be divided by anything.

Therefore, 20/41 simplified is still 20/41 and in decimal format is 0.488(3 d.p)