How to simplify 25/12?

Simplifying a fraction (reducing it to the lowest terms), such as 25/12, means expressing the same value more clearly and concisely.

Step-by-step simplification of 25/12

  1. Start with computing the GCD of 25 and 12: GCD(25, 12) = 1.
  2. Divide the numerator by the GCD: 25/1 = 25
  3. Divide the denominator by the GCD: 12/1 = 12
  4. Combine these results to form the new simplified fraction: 25/12

The final result is: 25 12 = 25 12

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