Math Problem Statement

Simplify the expression (√[5]{k})(k)^{10}.

Solution

The expression shown in the image is:

(k5)(k)10\left( \sqrt[5]{k} \right) (k)^{10}

To simplify this expression, let's rewrite the terms with exponents.

  1. k5\sqrt[5]{k} can be expressed as k15k^{\frac{1}{5}}.
  2. So, the expression becomes: k15k10k^{\frac{1}{5}} \cdot k^{10}

When multiplying terms with the same base, we add the exponents:

k15+10k^{\frac{1}{5} + 10}

Converting 1010 to a fraction gives us:

k15+505=k515k^{\frac{1}{5} + \frac{50}{5}} = k^{\frac{51}{5}}

Thus, the simplified form of the expression is:

k515k^{\frac{51}{5}}

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Here are some related questions to explore:

  1. How would the answer change if the exponent on kk were different, such as k8k^8 instead of k10k^{10}?
  2. What happens if you change the root from a fifth root to a different root, like a square root?
  3. How can you simplify expressions with different fractional exponents?
  4. What is the general rule for multiplying terms with fractional exponents?
  5. How would you handle an expression with a nested exponent, such as (k5)3(\sqrt[5]{k})^3?

Tip: When working with exponents, remember that multiplying terms with the same base means adding the exponents, while dividing terms with the same base means subtracting the exponents.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Algebra
Exponents
Fractional Exponents

Formulas

a^(m) * a^(n) = a^(m + n)
a^(1/n) = n√(a)

Theorems

Exponent Addition Rule

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 9-11