Question

when dividing exponents for division do u subtact?

Answer 1

You mean something like this?

\[\LARGE \frac{x^8}{x^3}\]

Answer 2

yes

Answer 3

yes, you subtract the exponents (top - bottom)

\[\LARGE \frac{x^8}{x^3} = x^{8-3} = x^5\]

this only works if the bases are the same. In this case, they are both x

Answer 4

so it would be c

Answer 5

top exponent = 12
bottom exponent = -3

top - bottom = (top) - (bottom) = (12) - (-3) = ???

it's not going to be 9

Answer 6

d

Answer 7

yes 12 - (-3) = 12+3 = 15

Answer 8

thanks can u help me with a few more?

Answer 9

sure, one more

Answer 10

post as a new question and tag me in it