How to simplify 7/60?

Simplifying a fraction (reducing it to the lowest terms), such as 7/60, means expressing the same value more clearly and concisely.

Step-by-step simplification of 7/60

  1. Start with computing the GCD of 7 and 60: GCD(7, 60) = 1.
  2. Divide the numerator by the GCD: 7/1 = 7
  3. Divide the denominator by the GCD: 60/1 = 60
  4. Combine these results to form the new simplified fraction: 7/60

The final result is: 7 60 = 7 60

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