Simplifying Exponent Expressions
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Objective
I can simplify expressions using the product, quotient, and power of a power laws of exponents.
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Key concepts
3 concepts
- 1
When dividing the same base raised to different powers, you can subtract the exponents to simplify the expression.
- 2
A negative exponent can be eliminated by moving the term to the opposite part of the fraction (numerator to denominator or vice versa).
- 3
When raising a product to a power, apply the exponent to each factor within the parentheses.
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Practice
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Simplify the expression: (4x^3y^2) / (2xy).
Simplify: (a^5b^-2) / (a^2b^3). Express your answer with positive exponents.
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Exit ticket
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“Simplify the expression (a⁴b⁻²)³ completely, ensuring no negative exponents in your final answer. Show all steps.”
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