Question

write the fraction \\(\frac{5}{45}\\) in simplest form.

Explanation:

Step1: Find GCD of 5 and 45

The greatest common divisor (GCD) of 5 and 45 is 5, since 5 is a divisor of both 5 and 45.

Step2: Divide numerator and denominator by GCD

Divide the numerator (5) and the denominator (45) by their GCD (5). So, $\frac{5\div5}{45\div5} = \frac{1}{9}$.

Answer:

$\frac{1}{9}$