How to simplify 52/7?

Simplifying a fraction (reducing it to the lowest terms), such as 52/7, means expressing the same value more clearly and concisely.

Step-by-step simplification of 52/7

  1. Start with computing the GCD of 52 and 7: GCD(52, 7) = 1.
  2. Divide the numerator by the GCD: 52/1 = 52
  3. Divide the denominator by the GCD: 7/1 = 7
  4. Combine these results to form the new simplified fraction: 52/7

The final result is: 52 7 = 52 7

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