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simplify a^9a^{-5}

Solution

simplify

a^{9} a^{- 5}

Solution

a^{4}

Solution steps

a^{9} a^{- 5}

Apply exponent rule:

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

a^{9} a^{- 5} = a^{9 - 5}

= a^{9 - 5}

Subtract the numbers:

9 - 5 = 4

= a^{4}

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is a^9a^{-5} ?
The solution to a^9a^{-5} is a^4