Q. Evaluate. Write your answer as a whole number or as a simplified fraction.4448=
Apply Quotient Rule: Apply the quotient rule for exponents.The quotient rule states that when dividing like bases, you subtract the exponents. So, (48)/(44) becomes 4(8−4).
Subtract Exponents: Subtract the exponents. 8−4=4 So, the expression becomes 44.
Simplify 44: Simplify 44. 44=4×4×4×4=256
Check Final Answer: Check the final answer.The final simplified form of the expression is 256, which is a whole number.