SOLUTION: Express using positive exponents. Then, if possible, simplify. a ^ −3 b Can someone walk me through this

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Question 369462: Express using positive exponents. Then, if possible, simplify.

a ^ −3 b
Can someone walk me through this
Answer by Alan3354(69443) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
a%5E-3b
= a%5E-3b%2F1
Multiply NUM and DEN by a^3
= b%2Fa%5E3