How to simplify 51/79?

Simplifying a fraction (reducing it to the lowest terms), such as 51/79, means expressing the same value more clearly and concisely.

Step-by-step simplification of 51/79

  1. Start with computing the GCD of 51 and 79: GCD(51, 79) = 1.
  2. Divide the numerator by the GCD: 51/1 = 51
  3. Divide the denominator by the GCD: 79/1 = 79
  4. Combine these results to form the new simplified fraction: 51/79

The final result is: 51 79 = 51 79

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