How to simplify 96/98?

Simplifying a fraction (reducing it to the lowest terms), such as 96/98, means expressing the same value more clearly and concisely.

Step-by-step simplification of 96/98

  1. Start with computing the GCD of 96 and 98: GCD(96, 98) = 2.
  2. Divide the numerator by the GCD: 96/2 = 48
  3. Divide the denominator by the GCD: 98/2 = 49
  4. Combine these results to form the new simplified fraction: 48/49

The final result is: 96 98 = 48 49