Math Problem Statement

Evaluate the expression \(\frac{1}{5^{-3}} \cdot \frac{1}{5^6}\).

Solution

The expression you're working with is:

153156\frac{1}{5^{-3}} \cdot \frac{1}{5^6}

To simplify this, let's break it down:

  1. Using properties of exponents: We know that 153=53\frac{1}{5^{-3}} = 5^{3}, because the negative exponent means we take the reciprocal and flip the sign of the exponent.

  2. Simplifying the multiplication: Now, we have 53565^{3} \cdot 5^{-6}.

  3. Combining exponents: When multiplying terms with the same base, you add the exponents. So, this becomes:

53+(6)=535^{3 + (-6)} = 5^{-3}

  1. Final simplification: 153=53\frac{1}{5^{-3}} = 5^{3}.

Therefore, the value of the expression is:

53=1255^3 = 125

Thus, the value of the expression is 125.

Would you like further details on this explanation or have any other questions?

Here are five related questions to explore:

  1. What is the rule for multiplying exponents with the same base?
  2. How do you simplify expressions with negative exponents?
  3. What is the reciprocal of a number with a negative exponent?
  4. How do you handle expressions with both positive and negative exponents?
  5. What is the difference between multiplying and dividing numbers with exponents?

Tip: Remember that aman=am+na^m \cdot a^n = a^{m+n}, and use this rule when working with exponents!

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Exponents
Negative Exponents
Multiplication of Exponents

Formulas

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

Theorems

Laws of Exponents

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 8-10