How to simplify 56/25?

Simplifying a fraction (reducing it to the lowest terms), such as 56/25, means expressing the same value more clearly and concisely.

Step-by-step simplification of 56/25

  1. Start with computing the GCD of 56 and 25: GCD(56, 25) = 1.
  2. Divide the numerator by the GCD: 56/1 = 56
  3. Divide the denominator by the GCD: 25/1 = 25
  4. Combine these results to form the new simplified fraction: 56/25

The final result is: 56 25 = 56 25

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