Simplify the fraction by the simplification number.
Step 1: Calculate the numerator
To calculate the new numerator, divide the numerator of the fraction (16) by the simplification number (8):
Numerator = 16 ÷ 8 = 2
Step 2: Calculate the denominator
To calculate the new denominator, divide the denominator of the fraction (56) by the simplification number (8):
Denominator = 56 ÷ 8 = 7