Math Problem Statement

Rewrite the expression (2/3)^(-3) using a positive exponent.

Solution

The expression given in the image is (23)3\left( \frac{2}{3} \right)^{-3}.

Rewriting with a positive exponent:

To rewrite (23)3\left( \frac{2}{3} \right)^{-3} using a positive exponent, apply the rule for negative exponents:

an=1ana^{-n} = \frac{1}{a^n}

So, (23)3=1(23)3\left( \frac{2}{3} \right)^{-3} = \frac{1}{\left( \frac{2}{3} \right)^3}.

Now, simplify (23)3\left( \frac{2}{3} \right)^3: (23)3=2333=827\left( \frac{2}{3} \right)^3 = \frac{2^3}{3^3} = \frac{8}{27}

Thus, the expression becomes: 1827=278\frac{1}{\frac{8}{27}} = \frac{27}{8}

Final Answer:

(23)3=278\left( \frac{2}{3} \right)^{-3} = \frac{27}{8}

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Here are 5 related questions for further practice:

  1. Rewrite (45)2\left( \frac{4}{5} \right)^{-2} using positive exponents.
  2. Simplify (37)4\left( \frac{3}{7} \right)^{-4}.
  3. Rewrite (56)1\left( \frac{5}{6} \right)^{-1} using positive exponents.
  4. Evaluate (72)2\left( \frac{7}{2} \right)^{-2} in its simplest form.
  5. Simplify (14)3\left( \frac{1}{4} \right)^{-3}.

Tip: When dealing with negative exponents, remember that the base will be flipped and the exponent becomes positive.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Exponents
Negative Exponents

Formulas

a^(-n) = 1 / a^n

Theorems

Properties of Exponents

Suitable Grade Level

Grade 7