Q. Select the equivalent expression.x6⋅x−5x−8x9x7x91x71
Simplify Exponents: Simplify the expression using the properties of exponents.When dividing powers with the same base, subtract the exponents.x6⋅x−5x−8=x−8/x6−5
Continue Simplifying: Continue simplifying the expression. x−8/(x6−5)=x−8/(x1)
Subtract Exponents: Subtract the exponents. x1x−8=x−8−1=x−9
Check Answer Choices: Check the answer choices for the equivalent expression.The correct equivalent expression is (x91).
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