Math Problem Statement

((5ab^2)^3) / (25a^3b^2)

Solution

Let's simplify the expression:

(5ab2)325a3b2\frac{(5ab^2)^3}{25a^3b^2}

Step-by-step:

  1. Expand the numerator:

    (5ab2)3=53(a)3(b2)3(5ab^2)^3 = 5^3 \cdot (a)^3 \cdot (b^2)^3 Which gives: 53=125,a3,b6(since (b2)3=b6)5^3 = 125, \quad a^3, \quad b^{6} \quad \text{(since } (b^2)^3 = b^{6}\text{)} Therefore, the numerator is: 125a3b6125a^3b^6

  2. The denominator remains as:

    25a3b225a^3b^2

  3. Now, write the full expression:

    125a3b625a3b2\frac{125a^3b^6}{25a^3b^2}

  4. Simplify the constants:

    12525=5\frac{125}{25} = 5

  5. Simplify the powers of aa:

    Since both the numerator and denominator have a3a^3, they cancel out:

    a3a3=1\frac{a^3}{a^3} = 1

  6. Simplify the powers of bb:

    Using the rule of exponents b6b2=b62=b4\frac{b^6}{b^2} = b^{6-2} = b^4:

    b4b^4

So the final simplified expression is:

5b45b^4


Would you like more details or have any questions?

Here are 5 related questions to further your understanding:

  1. How do you simplify expressions involving multiple variables?
  2. What are the rules for simplifying exponents in division?
  3. How would you handle negative exponents in a similar problem?
  4. What is the importance of understanding exponent rules in algebra?
  5. Can you explain the general process for expanding a binomial raised to a power?

Tip: Always simplify constants first when working with fractions; it makes the process easier!

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Algebra
Exponent Rules
Fraction Simplification

Formulas

(ab^n)^m = a^m * b^{n*m}
a^n / a^m = a^{n-m}
Simplification of constants: a / b

Theorems

Exponent Rules
Fraction Simplification Theorems

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 9-10