Math Problem Statement

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Use the properties of exponents to simplify the expression: (y^(3/2) * x^(-1/2))^4.

Solution

The expression given is (y32x12)4\left( y^{\frac{3}{2}} x^{-\frac{1}{2}} \right)^4.

To simplify this expression, use the power of a power property, which states that (am)n=amn(a^m)^n = a^{m \cdot n}.

Step-by-step process:

  1. Apply the exponent to each term inside the parentheses: (y32)4=y324=y6\left( y^{\frac{3}{2}} \right)^4 = y^{\frac{3}{2} \cdot 4} = y^6 (x12)4=x124=x2\left( x^{-\frac{1}{2}} \right)^4 = x^{-\frac{1}{2} \cdot 4} = x^{-2}

  2. Combine the results: y6x2y^6 x^{-2}

Thus, the simplified expression is: y6x2y^6 x^{-2}

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Related questions:

  1. How does the property (am)n=amn(a^m)^n = a^{m \cdot n} work in other cases?
  2. What happens if there are more variables inside the parentheses?
  3. How would the result change if the exponents were fractions other than 32\frac{3}{2} and 12-\frac{1}{2}?
  4. How can you rewrite expressions with negative exponents as positive exponents?
  5. How does this simplification relate to multiplying and dividing powers of the same base?

Tip: When simplifying expressions involving exponents, always look for opportunities to use exponent rules, such as the power of a power and negative exponent rules.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Exponentiation
Algebra

Formulas

Power of a power: (a^m)^n = a^(m * n)
Product of exponents: a^m * a^n = a^(m + n)

Theorems

Exponent Rules

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 9-12