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Please help for algebra 1

Please help for algebra 1-example-1
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Answer:

A: first choice

x^4

Explanation:

When you divide two powers with the same base, you subtract the exponents, not divide.

The step x^8/x^4 is correct.

The next step should be x^(8 - 4), not x^8/4.

The correct simplification is x^4.

Answer:

A: first choice

x^4

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