Question

Explain how the Quotient of Powers was used to simplify this expression.

2 to the fifth power, over 8 = 22

Answer 1

hints

\[\Large 8 = 2^3\]

\[\Large \frac{x^{y}}{x^{z}} = x^{y-z}\]

Answer 2

thanks now I get it

Answer 3

you're welcome