Math Problem Statement
Simplify to a single power of 6: start fraction, 6, to the power 5 , divided by, 6, cubed, end fraction 6 3
6 5
Solution
The given expression is:
To simplify this, apply the quotient rule for exponents:
Here, , , and . So,
Thus, the simplified expression is:
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- How would you simplify ?
- Can you apply the same rule to simplify ?
- How do you simplify for any base ?
- What happens if the exponents are negative, like ?
- How do you simplify ?
Tip: When dividing powers with the same base, always subtract the exponents!
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Algebra
Exponent Rules
Formulas
Quotient Rule for Exponents: a^m / a^n = a^(m-n)
Theorems
Exponent Subtraction Rule
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 6-8