How to simplify 87/11?

Simplifying a fraction (reducing it to the lowest terms), such as 87/11, means expressing the same value more clearly and concisely.

Step-by-step simplification of 87/11

  1. Start with computing the GCD of 87 and 11: GCD(87, 11) = 1.
  2. Divide the numerator by the GCD: 87/1 = 87
  3. Divide the denominator by the GCD: 11/1 = 11
  4. Combine these results to form the new simplified fraction: 87/11

The final result is: 87 11 = 87 11

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