How to simplify 36/25?

Simplifying a fraction (reducing it to the lowest terms), such as 36/25, means expressing the same value more clearly and concisely.

Step-by-step simplification of 36/25

  1. Start with computing the GCD of 36 and 25: GCD(36, 25) = 1.
  2. Divide the numerator by the GCD: 36/1 = 36
  3. Divide the denominator by the GCD: 25/1 = 25
  4. Combine these results to form the new simplified fraction: 36/25

The final result is: 36 25 = 36 25

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