Math Problem Statement

Simplify the expression \(\frac{x^6}{x^8}\) and rewrite it in the form \(x^n\).

Solution

To simplify the expression x6x8\frac{x^6}{x^8} and rewrite it in the form xnx^n:

We can use the rule of exponents which states:

xaxb=xab\frac{x^a}{x^b} = x^{a-b}

Here, a=6a = 6 and b=8b = 8. Therefore:

x6x8=x68=x2\frac{x^6}{x^8} = x^{6-8} = x^{-2}

So the simplified expression is x2x^{-2}.

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  1. What is the simplified form of x3x7\frac{x^3}{x^7}?
  2. How would you simplify x10x4\frac{x^{10}}{x^4}?
  3. What is the rule for multiplying exponents, such as x2×x3x^2 \times x^3?
  4. Can you simplify y5x3y2x4\frac{y^5 \cdot x^3}{y^2 \cdot x^4}?
  5. What does a negative exponent signify in terms of fractions?

Tip: Remember that a negative exponent means you can express it as a reciprocal. For example, x2=1x2x^{-2} = \frac{1}{x^2}.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Algebra
Exponentiation

Formulas

\(\frac{x^a}{x^b} = x^{a-b}\)

Theorems

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Suitable Grade Level

Grades 7-9