How to simplify 17/38?

Simplifying a fraction (reducing it to the lowest terms), such as 17/38, means expressing the same value more clearly and concisely.

Step-by-step simplification of 17/38

  1. Start with computing the GCD of 17 and 38: GCD(17, 38) = 1.
  2. Divide the numerator by the GCD: 17/1 = 17
  3. Divide the denominator by the GCD: 38/1 = 38
  4. Combine these results to form the new simplified fraction: 17/38

The final result is: 17 38 = 17 38

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