How to simplify 82/31?

Simplifying a fraction (reducing it to the lowest terms), such as 82/31, means expressing the same value more clearly and concisely.

Step-by-step simplification of 82/31

  1. Start with computing the GCD of 82 and 31: GCD(82, 31) = 1.
  2. Divide the numerator by the GCD: 82/1 = 82
  3. Divide the denominator by the GCD: 31/1 = 31
  4. Combine these results to form the new simplified fraction: 82/31

The final result is: 82 31 = 82 31

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