How to simplify 85/18?

Simplifying a fraction (reducing it to the lowest terms), such as 85/18, means expressing the same value more clearly and concisely.

Step-by-step simplification of 85/18

  1. Start with computing the GCD of 85 and 18: GCD(85, 18) = 1.
  2. Divide the numerator by the GCD: 85/1 = 85
  3. Divide the denominator by the GCD: 18/1 = 18
  4. Combine these results to form the new simplified fraction: 85/18

The final result is: 85 18 = 85 18

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