How to simplify 96/97?

Simplifying a fraction (reducing it to the lowest terms), such as 96/97, means expressing the same value more clearly and concisely.

Step-by-step simplification of 96/97

  1. Start with computing the GCD of 96 and 97: GCD(96, 97) = 1.
  2. Divide the numerator by the GCD: 96/1 = 96
  3. Divide the denominator by the GCD: 97/1 = 97
  4. Combine these results to form the new simplified fraction: 96/97

The final result is: 96 97 = 96 97

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