4a^4b^3 -a^3
---------- x -------
a^5b^6 -(b^2)Jenninifer said:Homework Statement
Code:4a^4b^3 -a^3 ---------- x ------- a^5b^6 -(b^2)
Homework Equations
The Attempt at a Solution
(4a^4b^3)(1a^3)
= 4-a^7b^-3
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a^5-b^4
= $-a^2b^-1
WHERE DID I GO WRONG!
Jenninifer said:Yes that's it! I still don't get it though.
Jenninifer said:-4a^2?
Jenninifer said:How about:
3-3 + 3-4
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3-5
The exponent in the expression a^2b^-1 means to raise the value of a to the power of 2 and divide it by the value of b to the power of -1.
To solve the expression a^2b^-1, first simplify the expression by applying the exponent rules. Then, evaluate each term and combine like terms to find the final answer.
If you encounter negative exponents when solving this expression, remember that a negative exponent can be rewritten as the reciprocal of the base raised to the positive exponent. For example, a^-2 is equivalent to 1/a^2.
Yes, you can use a calculator to solve this expression. However, it is important to understand the exponent rules and how to simplify the expression before using a calculator to get the correct answer.
Some common mistakes to avoid when solving exponents homework include not applying the exponent rules correctly, forgetting to simplify the expression before evaluating, and incorrectly using a calculator. It is important to double check your work and make sure all steps are correct to avoid these mistakes.