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Simplify 5^5/5^8
A.1/5^3

B.5^3

C. 1/25

D. 1/5^-3

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Answer:

C. 1⁄25

Explanation:

According to the Quotient-to-Power Exponential Rule, whenever you divide bases with exponents, you subtract the exponents:

1⁄25 = 5⁻³

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