Math Problem Statement

What is an equivalent form of the expression (3/5)^(-10)?

Solution

The problem asks for an equivalent form of the expression:

(35)10\left( \frac{3}{5} \right)^{-10}

When dealing with negative exponents, the rule to remember is:

an=1ana^{-n} = \frac{1}{a^n}

Thus, the expression (35)10\left( \frac{3}{5} \right)^{-10} becomes:

1(35)10\frac{1}{\left( \frac{3}{5} \right)^{10}}

This can be rewritten as:

1(310510)=510310\frac{1}{\left( \frac{3^{10}}{5^{10}} \right)} = \frac{5^{10}}{3^{10}}

Now, let's look at the choices:

  • (53)10\left( \frac{5}{3} \right)^{10}
  • 3105- \frac{310}{5}
  • 510310\frac{5^{10}}{3^{10}}
  • (35)10- \left( \frac{3}{5} \right)^{10}

The correct equivalent form is: 510310\frac{5^{10}}{3^{10}}.

Would you like a more detailed explanation of how this transformation works, or do you have any other questions?

Further Questions:

  1. What is the result of (23)5\left( \frac{2}{3} \right)^{-5}?
  2. How do we handle negative exponents when applied to variables in algebra?
  3. Can you simplify the expression (47)3\left( \frac{4}{7} \right)^{-3}?
  4. How would you express (2x)4\left( 2x \right)^{-4} in terms of positive exponents?
  5. What is the general rule for dealing with negative exponents in rational expressions?

Tip: Remember that a negative exponent indicates the reciprocal of the base raised to the positive exponent.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Exponents
Negative Exponents
Rational Expressions

Formulas

a^(-n) = 1 / a^n

Theorems

Rule of Negative Exponents

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 7-9