Converting 7/20 into a Simplest Fraction
In this article, we will learn how to convert the fraction 7/20 into its simplest form.
What is a Simplest Fraction?
A simplest fraction, also known as an irreducible fraction, is a fraction that cannot be simplified further. In other words, it is a fraction where the numerator and the denominator have no common factors except 1.
Converting 7/20 into a Simplest Fraction
To convert 7/20 into a simplest fraction, we need to find the greatest common divisor (GCD) of 7 and 20.
Finding the Greatest Common Divisor (GCD)
The factors of 7 are: 1, 7 The factors of 20 are: 1, 2, 4, 5, 10, 20
To find the GCD, we need to identify the common factors of 7 and 20. In this case, the only common factor is 1, which means that the GCD is 1.
Simplifying the Fraction
Since the GCD is 1, the fraction 7/20 is already in its simplest form. Therefore, we don't need to simplify it further.
Result
The simplest fraction of 7/20 is:
7/20
There you have it! The fraction 7/20 is already in its simplest form.
