SOLUTION: Simplify the expression. Write answer with positive exponents. Variables are positive real numbers. (y(9/8))/(y(5/8))

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Question 201196: Simplify the expression. Write answer with positive exponents. Variables are positive real numbers.
(y(9/8))/(y(5/8))

Found 2 solutions by stanbon, MathTherapy:
Answer by stanbon(75887) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
(y(9/8))/(y(5/8))
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= y^(9/8 + 5/8)
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= y^(14/8)
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= y^(7/4)
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Cheers,
Stan H.

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