Law of Exponents

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Simplify (7c^{-2}d^{5})^{3}.

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What happens to a negative exponent when you flip it?

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It becomes positive.

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What operation do we perform on the exponents when using the Quotient rule?

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Subtract.

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What is the Zero Exponent Rule?

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Any non-zero number raised to the power of 0 equals 1.

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What is the Product of Powers Rule?

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When multiplying like bases, add the exponents.

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What is the Power of a Power Rule?

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When raising a power to another power, multiply the exponents.

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What is the Power of a Product Rule?

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When raising a product to a power, raise each factor to the power.

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What is the Negative Exponent Rule?

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A negative exponent indicates the reciprocal of the base raised to the opposite positive exponent.