Math Problem Statement
Find the value of (1 / (3 - 2)) ^ (-3).
Solution
The problem asks to find the value of:
Step-by-Step Solution:
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Simplify the denominator:
Now the expression becomes:
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Simplify the fraction:
So the expression simplifies to:
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Evaluate the exponent:
Any number raised to any power will result in that number, so:
Thus, the value of the expression is 1.
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Here are five related questions:
- What is the result when a negative exponent is applied to a number?
- How do you simplify expressions with exponents?
- Can a fraction raised to a negative power ever result in a negative number?
- How does changing the denominator in the original fraction affect the final result?
- What are the general rules for evaluating expressions with zero exponents?
Tip: Remember that any number raised to the power of 0 is always 1, and raised to any power remains !
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Exponents
Fraction simplification
Negative powers
Formulas
a^(-n) = 1 / a^n
Fraction exponent rules
Theorems
Exponentiation rules
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 6-8