How to simplify 36/7?

Simplifying a fraction (reducing it to the lowest terms), such as 36/7, means expressing the same value more clearly and concisely.

Step-by-step simplification of 36/7

  1. Start with computing the GCD of 36 and 7: GCD(36, 7) = 1.
  2. Divide the numerator by the GCD: 36/1 = 36
  3. Divide the denominator by the GCD: 7/1 = 7
  4. Combine these results to form the new simplified fraction: 36/7

The final result is: 36 7 = 36 7

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