How to simplify 87/70?

Simplifying a fraction (reducing it to the lowest terms), such as 87/70, means expressing the same value more clearly and concisely.

Step-by-step simplification of 87/70

  1. Start with computing the GCD of 87 and 70: GCD(87, 70) = 1.
  2. Divide the numerator by the GCD: 87/1 = 87
  3. Divide the denominator by the GCD: 70/1 = 70
  4. Combine these results to form the new simplified fraction: 87/70

The final result is: 87 70 = 87 70

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