a.
To simplify: the given expression
The simplified expression is
Given information:
The given expression is
Concept Used:
Calculation:
Use the power property of exponent:
Use the quotient property of exponent:
Use the product property of exponent:
b.
To determine: the value of the expression found in part (a) when
The value of the expression found in part(a) when
Given information:
The simplified expression is
Concept Used:
Substitution means putting numbers in place of letters to calculate the value of an expression.
Calculation:
Substitute
c.
To explain: the value of
The expression is a real number when the value of
Given information:
The value of the expression found in part(a) when
Concept Used:
A non-negative number is a number which is either zero or a positive number
Calculation:
The expression
The expression
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