How to simplify 18/98?

Simplifying a fraction (reducing it to the lowest terms), such as 18/98, means expressing the same value more clearly and concisely.

Step-by-step simplification of 18/98

  1. Start with computing the GCD of 18 and 98: GCD(18, 98) = 2.
  2. Divide the numerator by the GCD: 18/2 = 9
  3. Divide the denominator by the GCD: 98/2 = 49
  4. Combine these results to form the new simplified fraction: 9/49

The final result is: 18 98 = 9 49