Simplify each expression below. Assume that the denominator in part (b) is not equal to zero.

Question

a. (x^3)(x^−2)
b. 4^−1
c. (4x^2)^3
d. Y^5/Y^-2

Answer 1

a. When multiplying/dividing, exponents are added/subtracted respectively.

b .4

c. 64x^6

d. When multiplying/dividing, exponents are added/subtracted respectively.