Q. Write the expression as a fraction with a positive exponent. Do not evaluate the expression. 8−41
Identify Base and Exponent: Identify the base and the exponent in the expression 8−4. In 8−4, 8 is the base raised to the exponent −4. Base: 8 Exponent: −4
Apply Negative Exponent Rule: Apply the negative exponent rule to rewrite the expression with a positive exponent.Negative exponent rule: a−m=am1So, 8−4 can be rewritten as 841.
Write Final Expression: Write the final expression as a fraction with a positive exponent.The final expression is 841.