How to simplify 11/49?

Simplifying a fraction (reducing it to the lowest terms), such as 11/49, means expressing the same value more clearly and concisely.

Step-by-step simplification of 11/49

  1. Start with computing the GCD of 11 and 49: GCD(11, 49) = 1.
  2. Divide the numerator by the GCD: 11/1 = 11
  3. Divide the denominator by the GCD: 49/1 = 49
  4. Combine these results to form the new simplified fraction: 11/49

The final result is: 11 49 = 11 49

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