How to simplify 61/31?

Simplifying a fraction (reducing it to the lowest terms), such as 61/31, means expressing the same value more clearly and concisely.

Step-by-step simplification of 61/31

  1. Start with computing the GCD of 61 and 31: GCD(61, 31) = 1.
  2. Divide the numerator by the GCD: 61/1 = 61
  3. Divide the denominator by the GCD: 31/1 = 31
  4. Combine these results to form the new simplified fraction: 61/31

The final result is: 61 31 = 61 31

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