How to simplify 13/56?

Simplifying a fraction (reducing it to the lowest terms), such as 13/56, means expressing the same value more clearly and concisely.

Step-by-step simplification of 13/56

  1. Start with computing the GCD of 13 and 56: GCD(13, 56) = 1.
  2. Divide the numerator by the GCD: 13/1 = 13
  3. Divide the denominator by the GCD: 56/1 = 56
  4. Combine these results to form the new simplified fraction: 13/56

The final result is: 13 56 = 13 56

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