How to simplify 14/5?

Simplifying a fraction (reducing it to the lowest terms), such as 14/5, means expressing the same value more clearly and concisely.

Step-by-step simplification of 14/5

  1. Start with computing the GCD of 14 and 5: GCD(14, 5) = 1.
  2. Divide the numerator by the GCD: 14/1 = 14
  3. Divide the denominator by the GCD: 5/1 = 5
  4. Combine these results to form the new simplified fraction: 14/5

The final result is: 14 5 = 14 5

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