How to simplify 29/85?

Simplifying a fraction (reducing it to the lowest terms), such as 29/85, means expressing the same value more clearly and concisely.

Step-by-step simplification of 29/85

  1. Start with computing the GCD of 29 and 85: GCD(29, 85) = 1.
  2. Divide the numerator by the GCD: 29/1 = 29
  3. Divide the denominator by the GCD: 85/1 = 85
  4. Combine these results to form the new simplified fraction: 29/85

The final result is: 29 85 = 29 85

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