How to simplify 98/99?

Simplifying a fraction (reducing it to the lowest terms), such as 98/99, means expressing the same value more clearly and concisely.

Step-by-step simplification of 98/99

  1. Start with computing the GCD of 98 and 99: GCD(98, 99) = 1.
  2. Divide the numerator by the GCD: 98/1 = 98
  3. Divide the denominator by the GCD: 99/1 = 99
  4. Combine these results to form the new simplified fraction: 98/99

The final result is: 98 99 = 98 99

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