How to simplify 50/60?

Simplifying a fraction (reducing it to the lowest terms), such as 50/60, means expressing the same value more clearly and concisely.

Step-by-step simplification of 50/60

  1. Start with computing the GCD of 50 and 60: GCD(50, 60) = 10.
  2. Divide the numerator by the GCD: 50/10 = 5
  3. Divide the denominator by the GCD: 60/10 = 6
  4. Combine these results to form the new simplified fraction: 5/6

The final result is: 50 60 = 5 6