How to simplify 79/72?

Simplifying a fraction (reducing it to the lowest terms), such as 79/72, means expressing the same value more clearly and concisely.

Step-by-step simplification of 79/72

  1. Start with computing the GCD of 79 and 72: GCD(79, 72) = 1.
  2. Divide the numerator by the GCD: 79/1 = 79
  3. Divide the denominator by the GCD: 72/1 = 72
  4. Combine these results to form the new simplified fraction: 79/72

The final result is: 79 72 = 79 72

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