Math Problem Statement

Which expression is equivalent to 6^(-1) × 6^(-1)?

Solution

The given expression is 61×616^{-1} \times 6^{-1}. Let's break this down:

  1. 616^{-1} means the reciprocal of 6, which is 16\frac{1}{6}.
  2. So, the expression becomes 16×16\frac{1}{6} \times \frac{1}{6}.
  3. Multiplying fractions: 16×16=1×16×6=136\frac{1}{6} \times \frac{1}{6} = \frac{1 \times 1}{6 \times 6} = \frac{1}{36}.

Thus, the correct answer is 136\frac{1}{36}.

Would you like any further details or clarifications?

Here are some related questions for deeper understanding:

  1. What happens if you multiply negative exponents like 61×626^{-1} \times 6^{-2}?
  2. How does exponentiation work with different bases?
  3. What is the general rule for multiplying powers with the same base?
  4. Can negative exponents result in larger values?
  5. How would 61×616^1 \times 6^{-1} simplify?

Tip: When multiplying terms with the same base and exponents, simply add the exponents (e.g., am×an=am+na^m \times a^n = a^{m+n}).

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Exponents
Multiplication of Powers
Negative Exponents

Formulas

a^(-n) = 1/a^n
a^m × a^n = a^(m+n)

Theorems

Properties of Exponents
Multiplication of Exponents with Same Base

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 8-10