JAMB Mathematics 2013 Question 6

Question 6

Indices

Simplify 3−5n/91−n × 27n+1

  1. A.35
  2. B.3
  3. C.32
  4. D.33
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (3)

Explanation

In powers of 3: 3−5n ÷ 32 − 2n × 33n + 3 = 3−5n − 2 + 2n + 3n + 3 = 31 = 3.