How to solve
Dividing powers with the same base subtracts exponents: xᵐ / xⁿ = xᵐ⁻ⁿ.
Steps
- Confirm the bases match.
- Subtract bottom exponent from top.
- Rewrite as a single power.
Example
Simplify x⁷ / x³.
- 7 − 3 = 4.
Answer: x^4
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Dividing powers with the same base subtracts exponents: xᵐ / xⁿ = xᵐ⁻ⁿ.
Steps
Example
Simplify x⁷ / x³.
Answer: x^4