How to simplify 17/55?

Simplifying a fraction (reducing it to the lowest terms), such as 17/55, means expressing the same value more clearly and concisely.

Step-by-step simplification of 17/55

  1. Start with computing the GCD of 17 and 55: GCD(17, 55) = 1.
  2. Divide the numerator by the GCD: 17/1 = 17
  3. Divide the denominator by the GCD: 55/1 = 55
  4. Combine these results to form the new simplified fraction: 17/55

The final result is: 17 55 = 17 55

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