How to simplify 7/85?

Simplifying a fraction (reducing it to the lowest terms), such as 7/85, means expressing the same value more clearly and concisely.

Step-by-step simplification of 7/85

  1. Start with computing the GCD of 7 and 85: GCD(7, 85) = 1.
  2. Divide the numerator by the GCD: 7/1 = 7
  3. Divide the denominator by the GCD: 85/1 = 85
  4. Combine these results to form the new simplified fraction: 7/85

The final result is: 7 85 = 7 85

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