Math Problem Statement

Simplify the expression - (3/5)^(-2).

Solution

To solve the expression (35)2- \left( \frac{3}{5} \right)^{-2}, follow these steps:

  1. Apply Negative Exponent Rule: (ab)n=(ba)n\left( \frac{a}{b} \right)^{-n} = \left( \frac{b}{a} \right)^{n} So, (35)2=(53)2\left( \frac{3}{5} \right)^{-2} = \left( \frac{5}{3} \right)^{2}

  2. Square the Fraction: (53)2=5232=259\left( \frac{5}{3} \right)^{2} = \frac{5^2}{3^2} = \frac{25}{9}

  3. Apply the Negative Sign: (259)=259- \left( \frac{25}{9} \right) = -\frac{25}{9}

Therefore, the solution is 259-\frac{25}{9}.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Exponentiation
Negative Exponents
Fractions

Formulas

a^(-n) = 1/(a^n)
(a/b)^(-n) = (b/a)^n

Theorems

Properties of Exponents

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 8-10