SOLUTION: How do I simplify (6.5x10^8)^-4? Plz show steps so I understand. Krambeers4@sbcglobal.net

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Question 562447: How do I simplify (6.5x10^8)^-4? Plz show steps so I understand.
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Answer by Alan3354(69443) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
How do I simplify (6.5x10^8)^-4?
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= 1%2F%286.5x10%5E8%29%5E4
= 1%2F%286.5%5E4%2A10%5E32%29
= 1%2F%281785.0625%2A10%5E32%29
Is that simpler?
Or %281%2F6.5%29%5E4%2A10%5E-32
Or 5.602E-36 ?
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Simplified can be a matter of opinion.