How to simplify 72/71?

Simplifying a fraction (reducing it to the lowest terms), such as 72/71, means expressing the same value more clearly and concisely.

Step-by-step simplification of 72/71

  1. Start with computing the GCD of 72 and 71: GCD(72, 71) = 1.
  2. Divide the numerator by the GCD: 72/1 = 72
  3. Divide the denominator by the GCD: 71/1 = 71
  4. Combine these results to form the new simplified fraction: 72/71

The final result is: 72 71 = 72 71

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