How to simplify 15/17?

Simplifying a fraction (reducing it to the lowest terms), such as 15/17, means expressing the same value more clearly and concisely.

Step-by-step simplification of 15/17

  1. Start with computing the GCD of 15 and 17: GCD(15, 17) = 1.
  2. Divide the numerator by the GCD: 15/1 = 15
  3. Divide the denominator by the GCD: 17/1 = 17
  4. Combine these results to form the new simplified fraction: 15/17

The final result is: 15 17 = 15 17

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