helpppp giving metal
Which is the first incorrect step and why?
Step 1, all the exponents are increased by 2
Step 1, all the exponents are multiplied by 2
Step 2, the exponents in the denominator are added during multiplication
Step 3, the exponents of the same base are added during division

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Question

helpppp giving metal
Which is the first incorrect step and why?
 Step 1, all the exponents are increased by 2 
Step 1, all the exponents are multiplied by 2  
Step 2, the exponents in the denominator are added during multiplication 
Step 3, the exponents of the same base are added during division

http://learn.flvs.net/webdav/assessment_images/educator_mjprealgebra_v16/04_10_17a.gif

divinesolar · Answer

I remember this off an FLVS test debbie..

anonymous · Answer

can u help me this my last question

divinesolar · Answer

I am very sorry, but i would be breaking Openstudies Code of Conduct by doing that :(. If this was not a test i would have already helped by now.

anonymous · Answer

I don't want the answer I can figure that out, I just need help on understanding what to do

divinesolar · Answer

You are trying to find the first incorrect step that is what you are supposed to do.

divinesolar · Answer

First incorrect step in the problem.

anonymous · Answer

I think its b or c

divinesolar · Answer

Keep in mind i cannot help any further as this is test material.

divinesolar · Answer

Go with your gut feeling girl! :)