Math Problem Statement
Simplify the expression. StartFraction 15 a Superscript 6 Baseline b Superscript 4 Over negative 3 ab EndFraction Question content area bottom Part 1 StartFraction 15 a Superscript 6 Baseline b Superscript 4 Over negative 3 ab EndFraction = enter your response here
Solution
Let's simplify the expression:
Step-by-step:
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Simplify the coefficients:
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Simplify the powers of :
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Simplify the powers of :
So, the simplified expression is:
Final Answer:
Would you like further clarification on any part of this?
Here are some related questions for further practice:
- How do you simplify powers with negative exponents?
- What happens when you divide monomials with the same base?
- How can you simplify expressions with more than two variables?
- What is the general rule for simplifying rational expressions?
- How do you handle terms with different powers of the same variable in fractions?
Tip: Remember to subtract the exponents when dividing terms with the same base (e.g., ).
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Algebra
Simplification of Rational Expressions
Exponent Rules
Formulas
a^m / a^n = a^(m-n)
b^m / b^n = b^(m-n)
15 / -3 = -5
Theorems
Exponent subtraction rule for terms with the same base
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 8-10