Insert the corresponding expression:
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Insert the corresponding expression:
We are given the expression and need to simplify it using the rules of exponents.
First, let's recall the rule: the "Power of a Quotient Rule for Exponents" which states that for any real number and any integers and , .
Applying this rule to our expression, we have the same base in both the numerator and the denominator. Thus, we can subtract the exponent in the denominator from the exponent in the numerator.
The exponents in the numerator and the denominator are and respectively. Therefore, we subtract the exponent from :
Simplifying the exponent, we have:
Therefore, the expression simplifies to:
The solution to the question is:
\( 112^0=\text{?} \)
Think of it as canceling out repeated multiplication. When you divide , you're canceling 3 of the 5 factors, leaving . That's why we subtract: !
The base stays exactly the same! We only work with the exponents. Whether it's , , or any other base, it remains unchanged in the final answer.
When subtracting , distribute the negative sign to everything inside: . Don't forget to change the sign of every term!
You can calculate to get , but it's not necessary. The exponent rule works the same way regardless of whether you simplify the base or not.
If the exponents were identical, you'd get since any non-zero number to the power of 0 equals 1. This is why subtraction makes sense for division!
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