How to simplify 13/72?

Simplifying a fraction (reducing it to the lowest terms), such as 13/72, means expressing the same value more clearly and concisely.

Step-by-step simplification of 13/72

  1. Start with computing the GCD of 13 and 72: GCD(13, 72) = 1.
  2. Divide the numerator by the GCD: 13/1 = 13
  3. Divide the denominator by the GCD: 72/1 = 72
  4. Combine these results to form the new simplified fraction: 13/72

The final result is: 13 72 = 13 72

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