How to simplify 49/72?

Simplifying a fraction (reducing it to the lowest terms), such as 49/72, means expressing the same value more clearly and concisely.

Step-by-step simplification of 49/72

  1. Start with computing the GCD of 49 and 72: GCD(49, 72) = 1.
  2. Divide the numerator by the GCD: 49/1 = 49
  3. Divide the denominator by the GCD: 72/1 = 72
  4. Combine these results to form the new simplified fraction: 49/72

The final result is: 49 72 = 49 72

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