Math Problem Statement

Simplify this equation

Solution

To simplify the expression 9x33x3\frac{9x^3}{3x^{-3}}, follow these steps:

  1. Simplify the coefficients: 93=3\frac{9}{3} = 3

  2. Simplify the exponents of xx using the quotient rule for exponents, which states that aman=amn\frac{a^m}{a^n} = a^{m-n}: x3x3=x3(3)=x3+3=x6\frac{x^3}{x^{-3}} = x^{3 - (-3)} = x^{3 + 3} = x^6

  3. Combine the results: 3x63x^6

So, the simplified expression is 3x6\boxed{3x^6}.

Would you like more details or have any questions about this solution? Here are some related questions to consider:

  1. How do you simplify expressions involving negative exponents?
  2. What is the quotient rule for exponents, and how is it applied?
  3. Can you explain the product of powers rule with an example?
  4. How would the solution change if the base was a different variable, say yy, instead of xx?
  5. How can you apply this method to simplify the expression 4x52x2\frac{4x^5}{2x^{-2}}?

Tip: Remember, subtracting a negative exponent is the same as adding its positive counterpart!

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Algebra
Exponents
Fraction Simplification

Formulas

Quotient rule for exponents

Theorems

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Suitable Grade Level

Grades 7-9