How to simplify 5/8?

Simplifying a fraction (reducing it to the lowest terms), such as 5/8, means expressing the same value more clearly and concisely.

Step-by-step simplification of 5/8

  1. Start with computing the GCD of 5 and 8: GCD(5, 8) = 1.
  2. Divide the numerator by the GCD: 5/1 = 5
  3. Divide the denominator by the GCD: 8/1 = 8
  4. Combine these results to form the new simplified fraction: 5/8

The final result is: 5 8 = 5 8

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