How to simplify 86/89?

Simplifying a fraction (reducing it to the lowest terms), such as 86/89, means expressing the same value more clearly and concisely.

Step-by-step simplification of 86/89

  1. Start with computing the GCD of 86 and 89: GCD(86, 89) = 1.
  2. Divide the numerator by the GCD: 86/1 = 86
  3. Divide the denominator by the GCD: 89/1 = 89
  4. Combine these results to form the new simplified fraction: 86/89

The final result is: 86 89 = 86 89

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