Math Problem Statement

Simplify the mathematical expression \(\frac{4^2 \cdot 4^{-2}}{4^4 \div 4^4}\) and find its value.

Solution

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Expression:

424244÷44\frac{4^2 \cdot 4^{-2}}{4^4 \div 4^4}

Simplifying the Expression:

  1. Numerator: 42424^2 \cdot 4^{-2}

    • Using the property of exponents: aman=am+na^m \cdot a^n = a^{m+n}
    • 4242=42+(2)=40=14^2 \cdot 4^{-2} = 4^{2 + (-2)} = 4^0 = 1
  2. Denominator: 44÷444^4 \div 4^4

    • Using the property of exponents: aman=amn\frac{a^m}{a^n} = a^{m-n}
    • 44÷44=444=40=14^4 \div 4^4 = 4^{4-4} = 4^0 = 1
  3. Final Expression: 11=1\frac{1}{1} = 1

Conclusion:

The value of the expression is 11.

Correct Option:

The correct answer is:

  • Option 3: 11

Would you like further details on the solution or have any questions? Here are five related questions for practice:

  1. How would the expression change if the numerator were 43414^3 \cdot 4^{-1}?
  2. What is the value of 424^{-2} and how does it affect the multiplication in the numerator?
  3. Can you simplify 44÷424^4 \div 4^{-2} and what would the result be?
  4. What is the general rule for multiplying and dividing powers with the same base?
  5. How would the expression change if the entire numerator was squared?

Tip: Remember, a0=1a^0 = 1 for any non-zero value of aa. This property is very useful in simplifying expressions involving exponents.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Exponentiation
Properties of Exponents
Simplification

Formulas

a^m \cdot a^n = a^{m+n}
\frac{a^m}{a^n} = a^{m-n}
a^0 = 1

Theorems

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Suitable Grade Level

Grades 8-10