Q. Simplify. Express your answer using positive exponents. 5c5c
Identify Expression: Identify the expression to be simplified.We have the expression 5c5c, which is a fraction where the numerator and the denominator are the same.
Apply Property: Apply the property that any non-zero number divided by itself equals 1. Since c is not specified to be zero, we can assume c is non-zero and thus 5c5c simplifies to 1. 5c5c=1
Confirm Simplification: Confirm that the expression is fully simplified.The expression 1 cannot be simplified further and does not contain any exponents, positive or negative.
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