How to simplify 27/17?

Simplifying a fraction (reducing it to the lowest terms), such as 27/17, means expressing the same value more clearly and concisely.

Step-by-step simplification of 27/17

  1. Start with computing the GCD of 27 and 17: GCD(27, 17) = 1.
  2. Divide the numerator by the GCD: 27/1 = 27
  3. Divide the denominator by the GCD: 17/1 = 17
  4. Combine these results to form the new simplified fraction: 27/17

The final result is: 27 17 = 27 17

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