Math Problem Statement

(-1 over 5 k power of 5 m power of 3)power of 3

Solution

We are asked to simplify the expression:

(15k5m3)3\left(\frac{-1}{5}k^5 m^3\right)^3

Step-by-Step Simplification:

  1. Apply the power to each part of the expression: (15k5m3)3=(1)353(k5)3(m3)3\left(\frac{-1}{5}k^5 m^3\right)^3 = \frac{(-1)^3}{5^3} (k^5)^3 (m^3)^3

  2. Simplify each part:

    • (1)3=1(-1)^3 = -1
    • 53=1255^3 = 125
    • (k5)3=k15(k^5)^3 = k^{15} (multiply the exponents)
    • (m3)3=m9(m^3)^3 = m^9
  3. Put it all together: 1125k15m9\frac{-1}{125} k^{15} m^9

Thus, the simplified expression is:

1125k15m9\frac{-1}{125} k^{15} m^9

Would you like further explanation or have any questions about this solution?

Here are 5 related questions:

  1. How do you simplify an expression with multiple variables raised to powers?
  2. What is the rule for multiplying exponents when raising a power to a power?
  3. Can you explain how to handle negative bases in exponentiation?
  4. How do you apply exponent rules to fractions?
  5. How do you simplify expressions involving negative exponents?

Tip: When raising a fraction to a power, remember to apply the exponent to both the numerator and denominator.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Exponentiation
Algebra
Powers of Variables

Formulas

(a^m)^n = a^{m*n}
(a/b)^n = a^n / b^n

Theorems

Exponentiation Theorem
Multiplication of Powers Theorem

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 8-10