Elementary and Intermediate Algebra: Concepts & Applications (6th Edition)

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ISBN 10: 0-32184-874-8
ISBN 13: 978-0-32184-874-1

Chapter 1 - Introduction to Algebraic Expressions - 1.8 Exponential Notation and Order of Operations - 1.8 Exercise Set - Page 67: 129

Answer

$17$

Work Step by Step

Substituting $ x $ with $ 3 $, then the given expression, $ \dfrac{x^2+2^x}{x^2-2^x} $, evaluates to \begin{array}{l}\require{cancel} \dfrac{3^2+2^3}{3^2-2^3} \\\\= \dfrac{9+8}{9-8} \\\\= \dfrac{17}{1} \\\\= 17 .\end{array}
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