Zero & Negative Exponents

Negative Exponents

More Examples

Example 3 Simplify Neg_ex3 .

Step 1. Use the Quotient of a Power Rule to simplify the expression.

Neg_ex3-2

Step 2. Use the Negative Exponents Rule to rewrite with positive exponents.

Neg_ex3-3

Example 4 Simplify Neg_ex4 .

Use the Negative Exponent Rule to rewrite with positive exponents.

Neg_ex4-2