How to simplify 20/13?

Simplifying a fraction (reducing it to the lowest terms), such as 20/13, means expressing the same value more clearly and concisely.

Step-by-step simplification of 20/13

  1. Start with computing the GCD of 20 and 13: GCD(20, 13) = 1.
  2. Divide the numerator by the GCD: 20/1 = 20
  3. Divide the denominator by the GCD: 13/1 = 13
  4. Combine these results to form the new simplified fraction: 20/13

The final result is: 20 13 = 20 13

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