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What is a rational exponent?

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A rational exponent is an exponent that can be expressed as a fraction, where the numerator is an integer and the denominator is a positive integer.

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CCSS.HSN.RN.A.2

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How do you convert a rational exponent to a radical expression?

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To convert a rational exponent to a radical expression, use the formula: x^{m/n} = n√(x^m), where m is the numerator and n is the denominator.

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CCSS.HSN.RN.A.2

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What is the radical form of x^{1/5}?

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The radical form of x^{1/5} is √[5]{x}.

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CCSS.HSN.RN.A.2

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How do you express the cube root of x^8 using a rational exponent?

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The cube root of x^8 can be expressed as x^{8/3}.

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What is the radical form of x^{1/10}?

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The radical form of x^{1/10} is √[10]{x}.

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CCSS.HSN.RN.A.2

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How do you express x^{11/2} in radical form?

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x^{11/2} can be expressed in radical form as √(x^{11}).

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CCSS.HSN.RN.A.2

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What is the simplified form of √[3]{x^{15}}?

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The simplified form of √[3]{x^{15}} is x^5.

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What is the relationship between rational exponents and roots?

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Rational exponents represent roots; the denominator of the exponent indicates the root, and the numerator indicates the power.

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CCSS.HSN.RN.A.2

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How do you simplify expressions with rational exponents?

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To simplify expressions with rational exponents, apply the laws of exponents, such as multiplying, dividing, and raising powers to powers.

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CCSS.8.EE.A.1

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What is the general formula for converting between radical and rational exponent forms?

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The general formula is: x^{m/n} = n√(x^m) and n√(x) = x^{1/n}.

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CCSS.HSN.RN.A.2