Math Problem Statement

Compare Quantity A: 8^(8-4) / 8^3 with Quantity B: 1 / 2^15.

Solution

Let's analyze the two given quantities to compare them.

Quantity A:

88483=8483\frac{8^{8-4}}{8^3} = \frac{8^4}{8^3} Using the properties of exponents, we can simplify this: 8483=843=81=8\frac{8^4}{8^3} = 8^{4-3} = 8^1 = 8 So, Quantity A = 8.

Quantity B:

1215\frac{1}{2^{15}} This is just the reciprocal of 2152^{15}, which is a very small number: 12150.00003\frac{1}{2^{15}} \approx 0.00003

Comparison:

Clearly, Quantity A (which is 8) is much larger than Quantity B (which is approximately 0.00003).

Thus, the correct answer is: Quantity A is greater.\boxed{\text{Quantity A is greater.}}

Would you like further details or have any questions? Here are 5 related questions you could explore:

  1. What is the general rule for simplifying expressions with exponents?
  2. How does the size of exponents affect the comparison of large or small numbers?
  3. Can you explain why 2152^{15} grows so quickly?
  4. How can you compare powers of different bases, like powers of 2 and powers of 3?
  5. How would you handle expressions involving fractional exponents?

Tip: Always remember that when dividing like bases, you subtract the exponents!

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Exponents
Properties of Exponents
Comparing Powers

Formulas

a^m / a^n = a^(m-n)
Reciprocal of a power: 1 / a^n

Theorems

Laws of Exponents
Properties of Reciprocals

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 9-11