How to simplify 59/36?

Simplifying a fraction (reducing it to the lowest terms), such as 59/36, means expressing the same value more clearly and concisely.

Step-by-step simplification of 59/36

  1. Start with computing the GCD of 59 and 36: GCD(59, 36) = 1.
  2. Divide the numerator by the GCD: 59/1 = 59
  3. Divide the denominator by the GCD: 36/1 = 36
  4. Combine these results to form the new simplified fraction: 59/36

The final result is: 59 36 = 59 36

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