Q. Write the expression as a whole number with a negative exponent. Do not evaluate the expression.431
Identify base and exponent: Identify the base and the exponent in the given expression 431. The base is 4, and the exponent is 3. The expression is in the form of a fraction where 43 is in the denominator.
Apply negative exponent rule: Apply the negative exponent rule to rewrite the expression.The negative exponent rule states that a−m=am1. To write 431 as a whole number with a negative exponent, we can apply this rule in reverse, which gives us 4−3.
Check final expression: Check the final expression to ensure it matches the required format.The final expression 4−3 is a whole number with a negative exponent, which is what was asked for in the question prompt.