How to simplify 21/37?

Simplifying a fraction (reducing it to the lowest terms), such as 21/37, means expressing the same value more clearly and concisely.

Step-by-step simplification of 21/37

  1. Start with computing the GCD of 21 and 37: GCD(21, 37) = 1.
  2. Divide the numerator by the GCD: 21/1 = 21
  3. Divide the denominator by the GCD: 37/1 = 37
  4. Combine these results to form the new simplified fraction: 21/37

The final result is: 21 37 = 21 37

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