Math Problem Statement

one over 10 to the negative 1

Solution

The expression 1101\frac{1}{10^{-1}} can be simplified as follows:

1101=101=10\frac{1}{10^{-1}} = 10^{1} = 10

This is because dividing by 10110^{-1} is equivalent to multiplying by 10110^{1}, which gives you 10.

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Here are 5 related questions to expand your understanding:

  1. What happens if the exponent is positive instead of negative?
  2. How do you simplify expressions involving other negative exponents?
  3. How can this property be applied to more complex fractions?
  4. What are the rules for multiplying and dividing powers of ten?
  5. How do negative exponents relate to logarithms?

Tip: Negative exponents represent reciprocal values; for example, an=1ana^{-n} = \frac{1}{a^n}.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Exponents
Negative Exponents
Reciprocals

Formulas

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

Theorems

Negative exponent theorem
Reciprocal theorem

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 8-10