Math Problem Statement

(4/5)^-4

Solution

To solve (45)4\left(\frac{4}{5}\right)^{-4}, we apply the negative exponent rule, which states that:

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

Thus, the expression becomes:

(45)4=1(45)4\left(\frac{4}{5}\right)^{-4} = \frac{1}{\left(\frac{4}{5}\right)^4}

Now, raise 45\frac{4}{5} to the power of 4:

(45)4=4454=256625\left(\frac{4}{5}\right)^4 = \frac{4^4}{5^4} = \frac{256}{625}

Therefore:

(45)4=1256625=625256\left(\frac{4}{5}\right)^{-4} = \frac{1}{\frac{256}{625}} = \frac{625}{256}

So, the final result is:

(45)4=625256\left(\frac{4}{5}\right)^{-4} = \frac{625}{256}

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Exponents
Fractions
Negative Exponents

Formulas

a^{-n} = 1 / a^n
(a / b)^n = a^n / b^n

Theorems

Negative Exponent Rule

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 8-10