How to simplify 27/13?

Simplifying a fraction (reducing it to the lowest terms), such as 27/13, means expressing the same value more clearly and concisely.

Step-by-step simplification of 27/13

  1. Start with computing the GCD of 27 and 13: GCD(27, 13) = 1.
  2. Divide the numerator by the GCD: 27/1 = 27
  3. Divide the denominator by the GCD: 13/1 = 13
  4. Combine these results to form the new simplified fraction: 27/13

The final result is: 27 13 = 27 13

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