Math Problem Statement

Simplify the expression (8x^8 y^8) / (4y^7).

Solution

Let's simplify the given expression:

8x8y84y7\frac{8x^8 y^8}{4y^7}

Step 1: Simplify the coefficients.

The coefficients are 84=2\frac{8}{4} = 2.

Step 2: Simplify the variables.

  • For the xx terms: We only have x8x^8 in the numerator, so it stays as x8x^8.
  • For the yy terms: Use the property of exponents y8y7=y87=y1=y\frac{y^8}{y^7} = y^{8-7} = y^1 = y.

Final Simplified Expression:

2x8y2x^8 y

So, the simplified form of the expression is:

2x8y2x^8 y

Would you like any further details or have any questions?

Here are 5 related questions for practice:

  1. How would you simplify 12x6y93x2y3\frac{12x^6y^9}{3x^2y^3}?
  2. What is the result of 5x7x3\frac{5x^7}{x^3}?
  3. How can you simplify 6a4b52a2b3\frac{6a^4b^5}{2a^2b^3}?
  4. How does exponent subtraction work when dividing terms with the same base?
  5. What is the value of x5x5\frac{x^5}{x^5}?

Tip: When dividing like terms, subtract the exponents of matching bases.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Algebra
Exponent Rules
Simplifying Fractions

Formulas

a^m / a^n = a^(m-n)
Simplifying coefficients

Theorems

Laws of Exponents
Fraction Simplification

Suitable Grade Level

Grade 8-10