Math Problem Statement

Fully simplify the expression (cube root of 64x^5y^4) divided by (7x^2).

Solution

Let's fully simplify the expression:

64x5y437x2\frac{\sqrt[3]{64x^5y^4}}{7x^2}

Step 1: Simplify the cube root

We start by simplifying the cube root 64x5y43\sqrt[3]{64x^5y^4}:

  • 643=433=4\sqrt[3]{64} = \sqrt[3]{4^3} = 4
  • x53=x5/3\sqrt[3]{x^5} = x^{5/3}
  • y43=y4/3\sqrt[3]{y^4} = y^{4/3}

Thus, the cube root simplifies to:

64x5y43=4x5/3y4/3\sqrt[3]{64x^5y^4} = 4x^{5/3}y^{4/3}

Step 2: Combine the expression

Now, we have:

4x5/3y4/37x2\frac{4x^{5/3}y^{4/3}}{7x^2}

Step 3: Simplify the powers of xx

Using the rule xaxb=xab\frac{x^a}{x^b} = x^{a-b}, we simplify the powers of xx:

x5/3x2=x5/32=x5/36/3=x1/3\frac{x^{5/3}}{x^2} = x^{5/3 - 2} = x^{5/3 - 6/3} = x^{-1/3}

Step 4: Write the final simplified expression

After simplifying, the final expression becomes:

4y4/37x1/3\frac{4y^{4/3}}{7x^{1/3}}

This is the fully simplified version of the expression.

Do you want more details or have any questions?

Here are 5 related questions to deepen your understanding:

  1. How would you handle cube roots of negative numbers in similar expressions?
  2. What is the general rule for simplifying fractional exponents?
  3. How do you simplify expressions involving higher roots, like the fourth or fifth root?
  4. How do you handle the combination of multiple variables within radical expressions?
  5. How do you simplify complex fractions when both numerator and denominator involve radicals?

Tip: Always simplify powers and radicals separately before dealing with any fractions in an expression!

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Radicals
Exponents
Algebra

Formulas

(x^a)/(x^b) = x^(a-b)
nth root of (x^m) = x^(m/n)

Theorems

Properties of exponents
Simplification of radicals

Suitable Grade Level

High School