How to simplify 73/59?

Simplifying a fraction (reducing it to the lowest terms), such as 73/59, means expressing the same value more clearly and concisely.

Step-by-step simplification of 73/59

  1. Start with computing the GCD of 73 and 59: GCD(73, 59) = 1.
  2. Divide the numerator by the GCD: 73/1 = 73
  3. Divide the denominator by the GCD: 59/1 = 59
  4. Combine these results to form the new simplified fraction: 73/59

The final result is: 73 59 = 73 59

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