How to simplify 18/85?

Simplifying a fraction (reducing it to the lowest terms), such as 18/85, means expressing the same value more clearly and concisely.

Step-by-step simplification of 18/85

  1. Start with computing the GCD of 18 and 85: GCD(18, 85) = 1.
  2. Divide the numerator by the GCD: 18/1 = 18
  3. Divide the denominator by the GCD: 85/1 = 85
  4. Combine these results to form the new simplified fraction: 18/85

The final result is: 18 85 = 18 85

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