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Perform the exponentiation by hand. Then use a calculator to check your work.

(2/9)^3 = __

User Prasad Kp
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Hey there!

(2/9)^3

= 2/9 • 2/9 • 2/9

= 2 • 2 • 2 / 9 • 9 • 9

2 • 2 • 2 = 2^3

4 • 2

= 8

9 • 9 • 9 = 9^3

81 • 9

= 729

➡️ 2^3/9^3 = 8/729

Answer: 2^3/9^3 OR 8/729

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