How to simplify 13/27?

Simplifying a fraction (reducing it to the lowest terms), such as 13/27, means expressing the same value more clearly and concisely.

Step-by-step simplification of 13/27

  1. Start with computing the GCD of 13 and 27: GCD(13, 27) = 1.
  2. Divide the numerator by the GCD: 13/1 = 13
  3. Divide the denominator by the GCD: 27/1 = 27
  4. Combine these results to form the new simplified fraction: 13/27

The final result is: 13 27 = 13 27

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