WAEC Mathematics 2016 Question 7

Question 7

Indices

Simplify: (3n−1 × 27n+1)/81n

  1. A.32n
  2. B.9
  3. C.3n
  4. D.3n+1
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (9)

Explanation

3n − 1 × 33n + 3 ÷ 34n = 32 = 9.