Q. Simplify. Express your answer using positive exponents. (2z9)(z6)2z2
Rewrite and Combine Terms: First, rewrite the expression to make it easier to handle. Combine the terms in the denominator. 2z9⋅z62z2
Multiply Exponents: Next, multiply the exponents in the denominator. When multiplying with the same base, add the exponents.2z9×z6=2z9+6=2z15
Simplify by Dividing: Now, simplify the expression by dividing the terms. When dividing powers with the same base, subtract the exponents. 2z152z2=(22)⋅z(2−15)=z−13
Rewrite Negative Exponent: Since the problem asks for positive exponents, rewrite the negative exponent as a positive exponent in the denominator.z−13=z131
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