How to simplify 5/59?

Simplifying a fraction (reducing it to the lowest terms), such as 5/59, means expressing the same value more clearly and concisely.

Step-by-step simplification of 5/59

  1. Start with computing the GCD of 5 and 59: GCD(5, 59) = 1.
  2. Divide the numerator by the GCD: 5/1 = 5
  3. Divide the denominator by the GCD: 59/1 = 59
  4. Combine these results to form the new simplified fraction: 5/59

The final result is: 5 59 = 5 59

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