SOLUTION: we are stuck trying to solve this type of problem: i don't understand how to simplify this expression: 10y to the seventh power over 6y squared

Algebra ->  Exponents -> SOLUTION: we are stuck trying to solve this type of problem: i don't understand how to simplify this expression: 10y to the seventh power over 6y squared       Log On


   

Question 19774: we are stuck trying to solve this type of problem:
i don't understand how to simplify this expression:
10y to the seventh power over 6y squared
Answer by wuwei96815(245) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
When you divide terms that have exponents, you subtract the exponents.

For example: 10y^7 / 6y^2 = 10/6y^5 = 5/3y^5 = 1 2/3y^5