How to simplify 11/16?

Simplifying a fraction (reducing it to the lowest terms), such as 11/16, means expressing the same value more clearly and concisely.

Step-by-step simplification of 11/16

  1. Start with computing the GCD of 11 and 16: GCD(11, 16) = 1.
  2. Divide the numerator by the GCD: 11/1 = 11
  3. Divide the denominator by the GCD: 16/1 = 16
  4. Combine these results to form the new simplified fraction: 11/16

The final result is: 11 16 = 11 16

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