Math Problem Statement

Rewrite the expression 5^7 ÷ 5^3 using a single positive exponent.

Solution

This problem uses the rule for dividing exponential expressions with the same base:

aman=amn\frac{a^m}{a^n} = a^{m-n}

Problem:

5753\frac{5^7}{5^3}

Solution:

Using the rule:

573=545^{7-3} = 5^4

Final Answer:

545^4

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Related Questions:

  1. How do you expand 545^4 into standard form?
  2. What happens when the exponents are equal (e.g., 5353\frac{5^3}{5^3})?
  3. How would you simplify x8x2\frac{x^8}{x^2}?
  4. Can you apply this rule to bases that are not numbers (e.g., y5y2\frac{y^5}{y^2})?
  5. What is the rule for multiplying exponential expressions with the same base?

Tip: Always ensure the base is the same before applying exponent rules.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Exponent Rules
Division of Powers

Formulas

a^m ÷ a^n = a^(m-n)

Theorems

Exponent Subtraction Rule

Suitable Grade Level

Grade 7