How to simplify 16/82?

Simplifying a fraction (reducing it to the lowest terms), such as 16/82, means expressing the same value more clearly and concisely.

Step-by-step simplification of 16/82

  1. Start with computing the GCD of 16 and 82: GCD(16, 82) = 2.
  2. Divide the numerator by the GCD: 16/2 = 8
  3. Divide the denominator by the GCD: 82/2 = 41
  4. Combine these results to form the new simplified fraction: 8/41

The final result is: 16 82 = 8 41