How to simplify 2/10?

Simplifying a fraction (reducing it to the lowest terms), such as 2/10, means expressing the same value more clearly and concisely.

Step-by-step simplification of 2/10

  1. Start with computing the GCD of 2 and 10: GCD(2, 10) = 2.
  2. Divide the numerator by the GCD: 2/2 = 1
  3. Divide the denominator by the GCD: 10/2 = 5
  4. Combine these results to form the new simplified fraction: 1/5

The final result is: 2 10 = 1 5