How to simplify 99/59?

Simplifying a fraction (reducing it to the lowest terms), such as 99/59, means expressing the same value more clearly and concisely.

Step-by-step simplification of 99/59

  1. Start with computing the GCD of 99 and 59: GCD(99, 59) = 1.
  2. Divide the numerator by the GCD: 99/1 = 99
  3. Divide the denominator by the GCD: 59/1 = 59
  4. Combine these results to form the new simplified fraction: 99/59

The final result is: 99 59 = 99 59

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