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simplify a^5a^{-3}

Solution

simplify

a^{5} a^{- 3}

Solution

a^{2}

Solution steps

a^{5} a^{- 3}

Apply exponent rule:

a^{b} \cdot a^{c} = a^{b + c}

a^{5} a^{- 3} = a^{5 - 3}

= a^{5 - 3}

Subtract the numbers:

5 - 3 = 2

= a^{2}

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is a^5a^{-3} ?
The solution to a^5a^{-3} is a^2