How to simplify 17/90?

Simplifying a fraction (reducing it to the lowest terms), such as 17/90, means expressing the same value more clearly and concisely.

Step-by-step simplification of 17/90

  1. Start with computing the GCD of 17 and 90: GCD(17, 90) = 1.
  2. Divide the numerator by the GCD: 17/1 = 17
  3. Divide the denominator by the GCD: 90/1 = 90
  4. Combine these results to form the new simplified fraction: 17/90

The final result is: 17 90 = 17 90

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