How to simplify 9/17?

Simplifying a fraction (reducing it to the lowest terms), such as 9/17, means expressing the same value more clearly and concisely.

Step-by-step simplification of 9/17

  1. Start with computing the GCD of 9 and 17: GCD(9, 17) = 1.
  2. Divide the numerator by the GCD: 9/1 = 9
  3. Divide the denominator by the GCD: 17/1 = 17
  4. Combine these results to form the new simplified fraction: 9/17

The final result is: 9 17 = 9 17

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