How to simplify 52/56?

Simplifying a fraction (reducing it to the lowest terms), such as 52/56, means expressing the same value more clearly and concisely.

Step-by-step simplification of 52/56

  1. Start with computing the GCD of 52 and 56: GCD(52, 56) = 4.
  2. Divide the numerator by the GCD: 52/4 = 13
  3. Divide the denominator by the GCD: 56/4 = 14
  4. Combine these results to form the new simplified fraction: 13/14

The final result is: 52 56 = 13 14