Question 4
IndicesSimplify 56x−4 ÷ 14x−8
- A.2x−12
- B.3x−3
- C.4x−4
- D.4x−3
- E.4x4
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: E (4x4)
Explanation
56 ÷ 14 = 4, and dividing powers means subtracting indices: x−4 − (−8) = x4. So the answer is 4x4.
Simplify 56x−4 ÷ 14x−8
Answer: E (4x4)
56 ÷ 14 = 4, and dividing powers means subtracting indices: x−4 − (−8) = x4. So the answer is 4x4.