Math Problem Statement

Simplify the expression \( \frac{w^3z}{(wz)^2z^3} \) to its simplest form.

Solution

Let's simplify the given expression step by step:

The expression is:

w3z(wz)2z3\frac{w^3z}{(wz)^2z^3}

Step 1: Expand the denominator

The term (wz)2(wz)^2 means that both ww and zz are squared. So,

(wz)2=w2z2(wz)^2 = w^2z^2

Thus, the denominator becomes:

w2z2z3w^2z^2z^3

Now simplify the zz terms in the denominator:

z2z3=z5z^2z^3 = z^{5}

So the full expression becomes:

w3zw2z5\frac{w^3z}{w^2z^5}

Step 2: Simplify the expression

Now, simplify the ww and zz terms individually:

  • For ww, subtract the exponents: w3/w2=w32=w1=ww^3 / w^2 = w^{3-2} = w^1 = w
  • For zz, subtract the exponents: z/z5=z15=z4z / z^5 = z^{1-5} = z^{-4}

So the simplified expression is:

wz4\frac{w}{z^4}

Thus, the correct simplified form is:

wz4\boxed{\frac{w}{z^4}}

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Here are 5 related questions to help you explore this topic further:

  1. How do you simplify expressions with negative exponents?
  2. What is the rule for distributing exponents over products like (wz)2(wz)^2?
  3. How do you handle division with variables raised to powers?
  4. Can you explain the laws of exponents in more detail?
  5. How do you approach simplifying more complex algebraic fractions?

Tip: When simplifying expressions with multiple variables, always deal with one variable at a time and apply exponent rules carefully.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Algebra
Exponents
Simplifying Expressions

Formulas

Exponent rules: a^m / a^n = a^(m-n)
(ab)^m = a^m * b^m

Theorems

Laws of Exponents

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 9-11