Math Problem Statement

Simplify the expression: (6^3 * 6^2) / (6^2)^4

Solution

The expression provided in the image is:

6362(62)4\frac{6^3 \cdot 6^2}{(6^2)^4}

Step-by-Step Solution:

  1. Simplify the numerator:

    • Using the law of exponents aman=am+na^m \cdot a^n = a^{m+n}, combine the terms in the numerator: 6362=63+2=656^3 \cdot 6^2 = 6^{3+2} = 6^5
  2. Simplify the denominator:

    • Apply the power rule (am)n=amn(a^m)^n = a^{m \cdot n} to simplify the denominator: (62)4=624=68(6^2)^4 = 6^{2 \cdot 4} = 6^8
  3. Combine the fraction:

    • Now, rewrite the fraction as: 6568\frac{6^5}{6^8}
    • Using the quotient rule aman=amn\frac{a^m}{a^n} = a^{m-n}, subtract the exponents: 658=636^{5-8} = 6^{-3}
  4. Final Answer: 636^{-3}

    This can be expressed as: 163=1216\frac{1}{6^3} = \frac{1}{216}

The simplified form of the expression is 1216\frac{1}{216}.

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Related Questions:

  1. What is the general rule for multiplying exponents with the same base?
  2. How do you simplify expressions with negative exponents?
  3. Can you explain why (am)n=amn(a^m)^n = a^{m \cdot n}?
  4. How would you simplify a fraction with variables and exponents?
  5. What is the result of aman\frac{a^m}{a^n} if m<nm < n?

Tip: Always apply the exponent rules step-by-step to avoid errors in simplification, especially when combining multiple terms with exponents.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Exponent Rules
Simplifying Fractions with Exponents

Formulas

a^m * a^n = a^(m+n)
(a^m)^n = a^(m*n)
a^m / a^n = a^(m-n)

Theorems

Laws of Exponents

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 8-10