Math Problem Statement

Simplify each exponential or radical expression as much as possible

Solution

Let's simplify the given expression step by step.

The expression is:

[ \frac{\sqrt[3]{27x^6y^{12}}}{\sqrt[4]{x^8}} ]

Step 1: Simplify the numerator 27x6y123\sqrt[3]{27x^6y^{12}}

  1. Simplify the constant:
    2727 can be rewritten as 333^3, so: [ \sqrt[3]{27} = \sqrt[3]{3^3} = 3 ]

  2. Simplify the variable x6x^6:
    Using the property amn=amn\sqrt[n]{a^m} = a^{\frac{m}{n}}, we get: x63=x63=x2\sqrt[3]{x^6} = x^{\frac{6}{3}} = x^2

  3. Simplify the variable y12y^{12}:
    Similarly, for y12y^{12}: y123=y123=y4\sqrt[3]{y^{12}} = y^{\frac{12}{3}} = y^4

Thus, the numerator simplifies to: 3x2y43x^2y^4

Step 2: Simplify the denominator x84\sqrt[4]{x^8}

For the denominator: x84=x84=x2\sqrt[4]{x^8} = x^{\frac{8}{4}} = x^2

Step 3: Simplify the entire expression

Now, the expression becomes: 3x2y4x2\frac{3x^2y^4}{x^2}

Here, x2x^2 in the numerator and denominator cancel each other out, leaving: 3y43y^4

Final Answer

The simplified expression is:

3y43y^4

Would you like more details or have any questions? Here are five related questions you might find useful:

  1. How do you simplify expressions involving different roots (e.g., cube root, fourth root)?
  2. What is the general method to simplify radicals with variables?
  3. How do you handle expressions where the roots involve fractions?
  4. Can the process of canceling terms in a fraction ever lead to incorrect results?
  5. What are the common mistakes to avoid when simplifying expressions with exponents?

Tip: Always look for common factors in the numerator and denominator to simplify expressions efficiently.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Exponents
Radicals
Fractional Exponents

Formulas

Simplifying radical expressions
Exponent rules

Theorems

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Suitable Grade Level

Grades 9-12