How to simplify 57/49?

Simplifying a fraction (reducing it to the lowest terms), such as 57/49, means expressing the same value more clearly and concisely.

Step-by-step simplification of 57/49

  1. Start with computing the GCD of 57 and 49: GCD(57, 49) = 1.
  2. Divide the numerator by the GCD: 57/1 = 57
  3. Divide the denominator by the GCD: 49/1 = 49
  4. Combine these results to form the new simplified fraction: 57/49

The final result is: 57 49 = 57 49

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