How to simplify 60/61?

Simplifying a fraction (reducing it to the lowest terms), such as 60/61, means expressing the same value more clearly and concisely.

Step-by-step simplification of 60/61

  1. Start with computing the GCD of 60 and 61: GCD(60, 61) = 1.
  2. Divide the numerator by the GCD: 60/1 = 60
  3. Divide the denominator by the GCD: 61/1 = 61
  4. Combine these results to form the new simplified fraction: 60/61

The final result is: 60 61 = 60 61

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