How to simplify 20/19?

Simplifying a fraction (reducing it to the lowest terms), such as 20/19, means expressing the same value more clearly and concisely.

Step-by-step simplification of 20/19

  1. Start with computing the GCD of 20 and 19: GCD(20, 19) = 1.
  2. Divide the numerator by the GCD: 20/1 = 20
  3. Divide the denominator by the GCD: 19/1 = 19
  4. Combine these results to form the new simplified fraction: 20/19

The final result is: 20 19 = 20 19

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