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Which expression is equivalent to (StartFraction (2 a Superscript negative 3 Baseline b Superscript 4 Baseline) squared Over (3 a Superscript 5 Baseline b) Superscript negative 2 Baseline EndFraction) Superscript negative 1? Assume

Which expression is equivalent to (StartFraction (2 a Superscript negative 3 Baseline-example-1
User Warpzit
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Answer:

7

Explanation:

In a division , subtract the exponents.

b^4/b^-2 = b^[4 - (-3)] = b^(4 + 3) = b^7

Answer: 7

User Racket Noob
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Answer:

7

Explanation:

when dividing exponents of the same base, subtract the exponents.

b^4 / b^(-3) = b^(4-(-3)) = b^7

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