How to simplify 97/73?

Simplifying a fraction (reducing it to the lowest terms), such as 97/73, means expressing the same value more clearly and concisely.

Step-by-step simplification of 97/73

  1. Start with computing the GCD of 97 and 73: GCD(97, 73) = 1.
  2. Divide the numerator by the GCD: 97/1 = 97
  3. Divide the denominator by the GCD: 73/1 = 73
  4. Combine these results to form the new simplified fraction: 97/73

The final result is: 97 73 = 97 73

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