3^9 divided by 3^7

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To divide exponents with the same base, you subtract the exponents.

In this case:

\[ \frac{3^9}{3^7} = 3^{9-7} = 3^2 \]

Calculating \(3^2\):

\[ 3^2 = 9 \]

Thus, \(3^9\) divided by \(3^7\) equals \(9\).