How to simplify 55/87?

Simplifying a fraction (reducing it to the lowest terms), such as 55/87, means expressing the same value more clearly and concisely.

Step-by-step simplification of 55/87

  1. Start with computing the GCD of 55 and 87: GCD(55, 87) = 1.
  2. Divide the numerator by the GCD: 55/1 = 55
  3. Divide the denominator by the GCD: 87/1 = 87
  4. Combine these results to form the new simplified fraction: 55/87

The final result is: 55 87 = 55 87

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