How to simplify 48/85?

Simplifying a fraction (reducing it to the lowest terms), such as 48/85, means expressing the same value more clearly and concisely.

Step-by-step simplification of 48/85

  1. Start with computing the GCD of 48 and 85: GCD(48, 85) = 1.
  2. Divide the numerator by the GCD: 48/1 = 48
  3. Divide the denominator by the GCD: 85/1 = 85
  4. Combine these results to form the new simplified fraction: 48/85

The final result is: 48 85 = 48 85

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