Algebra: A Combined Approach (4th Edition)

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Chapter 5 - Section 5.2 - Negative Exponents and Scientific Notation - Practice - Page 351: 18

Answer

$\frac{3}{64}$

Work Step by Step

1. Take the reciprocal of both fractions due to negative exponents which will give you $\frac{1}{4^2}-\frac{1}{4^3}$ 2. Find the least common denominator to add the fractions which will give you $\frac{4}{64}-\frac{1}{64}$ 3. Subtract the fractions which will give you $\frac{3}{64}$
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