QuestionSimplify the expression: and express with positive exponents.
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STEP 1
Assumptions1. We are given the expression .
. We need to simplify this expression using the properties of exponents.
3. We need to expand any numerical portion of our answer.
4. We should only include positive exponents in our answer.
STEP 2
First, we need to apply the zero exponent rule. Any number or variable (except zero) raised to the power of zero is1.
STEP 3
Now, simplify the expression.
The simplified expression is .
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