How to simplify 57/55?

Simplifying a fraction (reducing it to the lowest terms), such as 57/55, means expressing the same value more clearly and concisely.

Step-by-step simplification of 57/55

  1. Start with computing the GCD of 57 and 55: GCD(57, 55) = 1.
  2. Divide the numerator by the GCD: 57/1 = 57
  3. Divide the denominator by the GCD: 55/1 = 55
  4. Combine these results to form the new simplified fraction: 57/55

The final result is: 57 55 = 57 55

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