Question

Which are the correct steps to follow to simplify an exponential expression using the Quotient Rule of Integer Exponents?(1 point) Responses Subtract the exponents of the numerator and denominator; and write the resulting expression in exponential

Answer 1

To simplify an exponential expression using the Quotient Rule of Integer Exponents, the correct steps to follow are:

1. Identify the base and the exponents in the numerator and denominator of the expression.
2. Apply the Quotient Rule, which states that for any non-zero base \( a \) and exponents \( m \) and \( n \):

\[
\frac{a^m}{a^n} = a^{m - n}
\]

3. Subtract the exponent in the denominator from the exponent in the numerator.
4. Write the resulting expression in exponential form.

So, the response you provided is accurate: "Subtract the exponents of the numerator and denominator; and write the resulting expression in exponential form."