How to simplify 51/83?

Simplifying a fraction (reducing it to the lowest terms), such as 51/83, means expressing the same value more clearly and concisely.

Step-by-step simplification of 51/83

  1. Start with computing the GCD of 51 and 83: GCD(51, 83) = 1.
  2. Divide the numerator by the GCD: 51/1 = 51
  3. Divide the denominator by the GCD: 83/1 = 83
  4. Combine these results to form the new simplified fraction: 51/83

The final result is: 51 83 = 51 83

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