Math Problem Statement

Simplify fully: (a^3 b^2) / (cd) × c / (ab^5)

Solution

To simplify the expression a3b2cd×cab5\frac{a^3b^2}{cd} \times \frac{c}{ab^5}, we will first multiply the numerators together and the denominators together:

a3b2ccdab5\frac{a^3b^2 \cdot c}{cd \cdot ab^5}

We then simplify by canceling out common terms in the numerator and denominator:

  1. The cc in the numerator and the cc in the denominator cancel out.
  2. a3a^3 in the numerator and aa in the denominator leaves a31=a2a^{3-1} = a^2.
  3. b2b^2 in the numerator and b5b^5 in the denominator leaves b25=b3b^{2-5} = b^{-3}, or 1b3\frac{1}{b^3}.

Thus, the simplified expression is:

a2db3\frac{a^2}{db^3}

Do you have any further questions on this problem or need more detailed explanations? Here are a few related questions you might consider:

  1. How do the laws of exponents work when multiplying and dividing terms?
  2. What happens when the same variable appears in both the numerator and the denominator?
  3. Could you simplify an expression where variables have negative exponents initially?
  4. How would you simplify an expression with more complex variables or higher powers?
  5. What are some common mistakes to avoid when simplifying algebraic expressions?

Tip: Always remember to combine like terms and simplify exponents step by step when dealing with algebraic fractions.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Algebra
Simplifying Algebraic Expressions
Exponent Rules

Formulas

Exponent Laws: a^m / a^n = a^(m-n)
Basic Fraction Simplification

Theorems

Laws of Exponents
Multiplying and Dividing Fractions

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 8-10