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Explain how the Quotient of Powers Property was used to simplify this expression.

5 to the fourth power, over 25 = 52

A- By simplifying 25 to 52 to make both powers base five and subtracting the exponents
B- By simplifying 25 to 52 to make both powers base five and adding the exponents
C- By finding the quotient of the bases to be one fifth and cancelling common factors
D- By finding the quotient of the bases to be one fifth and simplifying the expression

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Answer:

A

Explanation:

5^4/25 = 5²

5^4/5² = 5²

5^(4 - 2) = 5²

5² = 5²

Rewrite the denominator 25 as 5². The subtract exponents, 4 - 2 = 2.

Answer: A

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