How to simplify 38/79?

Simplifying a fraction (reducing it to the lowest terms), such as 38/79, means expressing the same value more clearly and concisely.

Step-by-step simplification of 38/79

  1. Start with computing the GCD of 38 and 79: GCD(38, 79) = 1.
  2. Divide the numerator by the GCD: 38/1 = 38
  3. Divide the denominator by the GCD: 79/1 = 79
  4. Combine these results to form the new simplified fraction: 38/79

The final result is: 38 79 = 38 79

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