SOLUTION: How do I solve for 17^-5. or 17 to the -5 power? My equation is

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Question 396985: How do I solve for 17^-5. or 17 to the -5 power? My equation is
Answer by unlockmath(1688) About Me  (Show Source):
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Hello,
To get the negative exponent, we move it down to the denominator like this:
1/17^5=
Now use a scientific calculator or multiply 17 by itself 5 times.
I'll let you do this.
Fair enough?
RJ
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