How to simplify 100/79?

Simplifying a fraction (reducing it to the lowest terms), such as 100/79, means expressing the same value more clearly and concisely.

Step-by-step simplification of 100/79

  1. Start with computing the GCD of 100 and 79: GCD(100, 79) = 1.
  2. Divide the numerator by the GCD: 100/1 = 100
  3. Divide the denominator by the GCD: 79/1 = 79
  4. Combine these results to form the new simplified fraction: 100/79

The final result is: 100 79 = 100 79

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