Yes, the fraction 4/8 can be simplified. To simplify a fraction, you need to find the greatest common divisor (GCD) of the numerator and denominator and divide both by that number.

In this case, the GCD of 4 and 8 is 4. Dividing both the numerator and denominator by 4, we get:

4/8 ÷ 4/4 = 1/2

So, the simplified form of 4/8 is 1/2.