Question

2^5*2^negative 3 simplify​

Answer 1

4

Explanation:

Simplify the following:

2^5/2^3

Hint: | For all exponents, a^n/a^m = a^(n - m). Apply this to 2^5/2^3.

Combine powers. 2^5/2^3 = 2^(5 - 3):

2^(5 - 3)

Hint: | Subtract 3 from 5.

5 - 3 = 2:

2^2

Hint: | Evaluate 2^2.

2^2 = 4:

Answer: 4