How to simplify 61/15?

Simplifying a fraction (reducing it to the lowest terms), such as 61/15, means expressing the same value more clearly and concisely.

Step-by-step simplification of 61/15

  1. Start with computing the GCD of 61 and 15: GCD(61, 15) = 1.
  2. Divide the numerator by the GCD: 61/1 = 61
  3. Divide the denominator by the GCD: 15/1 = 15
  4. Combine these results to form the new simplified fraction: 61/15

The final result is: 61 15 = 61 15

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