Q. Evaluate the left hand side to find the value of a in the equation in simplest form.x56x2=xaAnswer:
Simplify Expression: Simplify the expression on the left-hand side using the properties of exponents.When dividing powers with the same base, subtract the exponents: xm/xn=xm−n.So, (x2)/(x(6)/(5))=x2−(6/5).
Subtract Exponents: Perform the subtraction of the exponents. 2−56=510−56=54.So, x(56)x2=x54.
Identify Value: Identify the value of a in the equation.Since x(56)x2=x54, we have a=54.
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