Math Problem Statement

Simplify. Write your answers without exponents.

Solution

Let's simplify the expressions in the image step by step.

First Expression:

332÷55\frac{3}{32} \div \frac{5}{5} Dividing by a fraction is the same as multiplying by its reciprocal. So, we rewrite the division as: 332×55\frac{3}{32} \times \frac{5}{5} Since 55=1\frac{5}{5} = 1, the expression simplifies to: 332\frac{3}{32}

Second Expression:

(19)32\left(\frac{1}{9}\right)^{\frac{3}{2}} This is the fractional exponent 32\frac{3}{2}, which represents a square root followed by cubing. First, find the square root of 19\frac{1}{9}: 19=13\sqrt{\frac{1}{9}} = \frac{1}{3} Now, cube the result: (13)3=127\left(\frac{1}{3}\right)^3 = \frac{1}{27}

Final Answers:

  1. 332\frac{3}{32}
  2. 127\frac{1}{27}

Would you like further details or have any questions?

Here are some related questions:

  1. How do you handle division of fractions generally?
  2. What is the general approach for simplifying fractional exponents?
  3. Can fractional exponents be negative? What would that mean?
  4. How do you convert fractional exponents to radical form?
  5. How does multiplying fractions affect their values?

Tip: When simplifying fractions with exponents, always start by breaking down the operations, such as roots and powers.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Fractions
Division of Fractions
Fractional Exponents
Radicals

Formulas

a / b ÷ c / d = a / b × d / c
a^(m/n) = (n√a)^m

Theorems

Fraction division: Division by a fraction is multiplication by its reciprocal
Properties of fractional exponents: a^(m/n) = (n√a)^m

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 8-10