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simplify a*a^{-1}

Solution

simplify

a \cdot a^{- 1}

Solution

1

Solution steps

a a^{- 1}

Apply exponent rule:

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

a a^{- 1} = a^{1 - 1}

= a^{1 - 1}

Subtract the numbers:

1 - 1 = 0

= a^{0}

Apply exponent rule:

a^{0} = 1,

assuming

a \neq = 0

= 1

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is a*a^{-1} ?
The solution to a*a^{-1} is 1