Math Problem Statement

Simplify the following expression as much as possible so that the final expression is in the form Kx^a y^b z^c: z^{-4} * (7x^2 y^3 / (z y^2 √5))^2 * 12^0

Solution

The problem requires us to simplify the given expression so that it is in the form KxaybzcK x^a y^b z^c.

The expression is:

z4(7x2y3zy25)2120z^{-4} \left( \frac{7x^2 y^3}{z y^2 \sqrt{5}} \right)^2 \cdot 12^0

Step-by-Step Simplification:

  1. Handle 12012^0: 120=112^0 = 1 So the expression simplifies to: z4(7x2y3zy25)2z^{-4} \left( \frac{7x^2 y^3}{z y^2 \sqrt{5}} \right)^2

  2. Square the fraction inside the parentheses: (7x2y3zy25)2=(72)(x2)2(y3)2(z2)(y2)2(5)2\left( \frac{7x^2 y^3}{z y^2 \sqrt{5}} \right)^2 = \frac{(7^2)(x^2)^2(y^3)^2}{(z^2)(y^2)^2(\sqrt{5})^2} Simplifying: =49x4y6z2y45= \frac{49 x^4 y^6}{z^2 y^4 \cdot 5} So the expression becomes: z449x4y65z2y4z^{-4} \cdot \frac{49 x^4 y^6}{5 z^2 y^4}

  3. Combine terms: The expression now is: 49x4y65z6y4\frac{49 x^4 y^6}{5 z^6 y^4} Simplify the powers of yy and zz: =49x4y25z6= \frac{49 x^4 y^2}{5 z^6}

Now, we have the expression in the form KxaybzcK x^a y^b z^c. Comparing the simplified expression with KxaybzcK x^a y^b z^c, we get:

  • K=495K = \frac{49}{5}
  • a=4a = 4
  • b=2b = 2
  • c=6c = -6

Final Answers:

  • a=4a = 4
  • b=2b = 2
  • c=6c = -6
  • K=495K = \frac{49}{5}

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Related Questions:

  1. How do we simplify powers of variables in fractions?
  2. What is the general rule for exponents when squaring a fraction?
  3. Why is 12012^0 equal to 1?
  4. How do square roots behave when raised to even powers?
  5. How do negative exponents affect variable expressions?

Tip: Always simplify powers and constants separately before combining terms!

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Algebra
Exponentiation
Simplifying Expressions
Negative and Fractional Exponents

Formulas

Power of a power rule: (a^m)^n = a^(m*n)
Fractional power rule: (a/b)^n = a^n / b^n
Product of exponents with same base: a^m * a^n = a^(m+n)

Theorems

Properties of Exponents
Simplifying Powers in Fractions

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 9-12