How to simplify 28/79?

Simplifying a fraction (reducing it to the lowest terms), such as 28/79, means expressing the same value more clearly and concisely.

Step-by-step simplification of 28/79

  1. Start with computing the GCD of 28 and 79: GCD(28, 79) = 1.
  2. Divide the numerator by the GCD: 28/1 = 28
  3. Divide the denominator by the GCD: 79/1 = 79
  4. Combine these results to form the new simplified fraction: 28/79

The final result is: 28 79 = 28 79

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