How to simplify 78/29?

Simplifying a fraction (reducing it to the lowest terms), such as 78/29, means expressing the same value more clearly and concisely.

Step-by-step simplification of 78/29

  1. Start with computing the GCD of 78 and 29: GCD(78, 29) = 1.
  2. Divide the numerator by the GCD: 78/1 = 78
  3. Divide the denominator by the GCD: 29/1 = 29
  4. Combine these results to form the new simplified fraction: 78/29

The final result is: 78 29 = 78 29

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