How to simplify 85/77?

Simplifying a fraction (reducing it to the lowest terms), such as 85/77, means expressing the same value more clearly and concisely.

Step-by-step simplification of 85/77

  1. Start with computing the GCD of 85 and 77: GCD(85, 77) = 1.
  2. Divide the numerator by the GCD: 85/1 = 85
  3. Divide the denominator by the GCD: 77/1 = 77
  4. Combine these results to form the new simplified fraction: 85/77

The final result is: 85 77 = 85 77

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