How to simplify 45/86?

Simplifying a fraction (reducing it to the lowest terms), such as 45/86, means expressing the same value more clearly and concisely.

Step-by-step simplification of 45/86

  1. Start with computing the GCD of 45 and 86: GCD(45, 86) = 1.
  2. Divide the numerator by the GCD: 45/1 = 45
  3. Divide the denominator by the GCD: 86/1 = 86
  4. Combine these results to form the new simplified fraction: 45/86

The final result is: 45 86 = 45 86

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