How to simplify 59/50?

Simplifying a fraction (reducing it to the lowest terms), such as 59/50, means expressing the same value more clearly and concisely.

Step-by-step simplification of 59/50

  1. Start with computing the GCD of 59 and 50: GCD(59, 50) = 1.
  2. Divide the numerator by the GCD: 59/1 = 59
  3. Divide the denominator by the GCD: 50/1 = 50
  4. Combine these results to form the new simplified fraction: 59/50

The final result is: 59 50 = 59 50

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