Math Problem Statement

Rewrite the expression in the form x^n: Simplify the expression \( \sqrt[4]{\frac{x^2 \cdot 2}{x^3 \cdot 2}} \) and express the result as \( x^n \).

Solution

Let's break down the expression in the image to simplify it into the form xnx^n.

The expression inside the 4th root is:

x22x32\frac{x^2 \cdot 2}{x^{3} \cdot 2}

First, simplify the expression inside the root. The constant 22 cancels out from the numerator and the denominator, so we're left with:

x2x3\frac{x^2}{x^3}

Using the laws of exponents, we subtract the exponents of xx:

x23=x1x^{2-3} = x^{-1}

Now, the expression inside the 4th root is x1x^{-1}.

Next, take the 4th root of x1x^{-1}. The 4th root of x1x^{-1} can be written as:

x14x^{-\frac{1}{4}}

So, the expression simplifies to:

x14x^{-\frac{1}{4}}

This is the simplified expression in the form xnx^n, where n=14n = -\frac{1}{4}.

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Here are 5 related questions you might find helpful:

  1. How do we simplify expressions with rational exponents?
  2. What are the properties of exponents involving roots?
  3. How do we apply the laws of exponents to divide powers?
  4. What is the general rule for taking roots of exponents?
  5. How can you convert between radical and exponential forms?

Tip: When dividing powers of the same base, subtract the exponents.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Algebra
Rational Exponents
Laws of Exponents
Simplification

Formulas

Laws of exponents: a^m / a^n = a^(m-n)
Root of a power: \( \sqrt[n]{x^m} = x^{m/n} \)

Theorems

Simplifying powers of the same base
Converting between radical and exponential forms

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 9-12