What is an equivalent expression for −(b14)12

Question

-b^3
-b^1/3
-b^-3
1/b^3

Answer 1

To simplify the expression \( -(b^{14})^{12} \), we need to use the power of a power property in exponents, which states that \( (x^m)^n = x^{m \cdot n} \).

Applying this property, we get:

\[ -(b^{14})^{12} = -b^{14 \cdot 12} = -b^{168} \]

Now, let's analyze the options provided:

1. \(-b^3\)
2. \(-b^{1/3}\)
3. \(-b^{-3}\)
4. \(\frac{1}{b^3}\)

None of these options are equivalent to \(-b^{168}\).

If there are any other options or if you need to clarify further, feel free to let me know!

Answer 2

Pick the one thats most right

Answer 3

From the options given:

1. \(-b^3\)
2. \(-b^{1/3}\)
3. \(-b^{-3}\)
4. \(\frac{1}{b^3}\)

When considering which expression is "most right" in relation to \(-b^{168}\), the only option that shares the same form (a negative multiplied by a power of \(b\)) is \(-b^3\), but that's not equivalent to \(-b^{168}\).

None of the options are accurate representations of \(-b^{168}\), but if forced to choose the one that fits the same structure (i.e., negative times a power of \(b\)), the most fitting option would be:

\(-b^3\)

Please note that while it's the closest in form, it is still not mathematically equivalent to \(-b^{168}\).