Q. Write the expression as a whole number with a negative exponent. Do not evaluate the expression.9021
Identify Base and Exponent: Identify the base and the exponent in the given expression 9021. In 9021, 90 is the base raised to the exponent 2, and the entire expression is in the denominator. Base: 90 Exponent: 2
Apply Negative Exponent Rule: Apply the negative exponent rule to rewrite the expression with a negative exponent.The negative exponent rule states that a−m=am1. Therefore, to write 9021 with a negative exponent, we can express it as 90−2.
Check Final Expression: Check the final expression to ensure it matches the required format.The expression 90−2 is a whole number with a negative exponent, which is what the question prompt asked for.