Math Problem Statement

Simplify \( \frac{16}{\sqrt[4]{16^3}} \)

Solution

To solve the expression given in the image, we have:

161634\frac{16}{\sqrt[4]{16^3}}

Let's simplify step-by-step:

  1. Simplify the denominator:
    The denominator is 1634\sqrt[4]{16^3}, which is the fourth root of 16316^3.

  2. Rewrite 16 in terms of powers of 2:
    We know that 16=2416 = 2^4, so 163=(24)3=21216^3 = (2^4)^3 = 2^{12}.

  3. Rewrite the fourth root:
    The fourth root of 2122^{12} is 212/4=23=82^{12/4} = 2^3 = 8.

    So, 1634=8\sqrt[4]{16^3} = 8.

  4. Substitute back into the expression:
    Now we have: 168=2\frac{16}{8} = 2

Thus, the simplified answer is:

2\boxed{2}

Would you like more details on any step or have any questions?

Follow-up Questions:

  1. What is the general rule for simplifying roots of powers?
  2. How would this problem change if we used a square root instead of a fourth root?
  3. What happens if we increase the exponent from 3 to another power?
  4. How can we apply this approach to other bases (not just powers of 2)?
  5. How can you simplify other similar expressions with different root indices?

Tip:

When dealing with roots of powers, try to express the base in terms of smaller prime factors (like expressing 16 as 242^4) to simplify your calculations.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Exponents
Radicals
Simplifying Expressions

Formulas

\( \sqrt[n]{a^m} = a^{\frac{m}{n}} \)
Properties of exponents (\( a^{m} \cdot a^{n} = a^{m+n} \))

Theorems

Laws of Exponents

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 8-10