How to simplify 50/77?

Simplifying a fraction (reducing it to the lowest terms), such as 50/77, means expressing the same value more clearly and concisely.

Step-by-step simplification of 50/77

  1. Start with computing the GCD of 50 and 77: GCD(50, 77) = 1.
  2. Divide the numerator by the GCD: 50/1 = 50
  3. Divide the denominator by the GCD: 77/1 = 77
  4. Combine these results to form the new simplified fraction: 50/77

The final result is: 50 77 = 50 77

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