How to simplify 89/26?

Simplifying a fraction (reducing it to the lowest terms), such as 89/26, means expressing the same value more clearly and concisely.

Step-by-step simplification of 89/26

  1. Start with computing the GCD of 89 and 26: GCD(89, 26) = 1.
  2. Divide the numerator by the GCD: 89/1 = 89
  3. Divide the denominator by the GCD: 26/1 = 26
  4. Combine these results to form the new simplified fraction: 89/26

The final result is: 89 26 = 89 26

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