Simplify a Rational Expression
In this lesson, we learn how to simplify rational expressions by using properties of exponents. Dividing two exponents is as simple as subtracting one from the other. Additionally, x divided by x equals one, and x to the first power is the same as the single x. By applying these rules, we can simplify expressions like negative seven w to the seventh divided by six w to the fourth to negative seven divided by six w to the third.
Simplify a rational expression by using properites of exponents
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- How do I simplify (-7w^7)/(6w^4)?
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In this lesson, the teacher shows how to simplify a rational expression by using laws of exponents.
