GCSE Secondary Maths Age 13-17 - Algebra: Algebra - Simplifying - Explained

The video tutorial explains the laws of indices, focusing on multiplication and division of expressions with exponents. It demonstrates how to simplify expressions by adding or subtracting indices when multiplying or dividing. The tutorial includes examples and provides a step-by-step approach to solving problems, emphasizing the importance of understanding the basic rules of indices.

What is the result of multiplying M^3 by M^4?

• M^1

• M^7

• M^9

• M^12

How do you simplify the expression 5NPQ^3 multiplied by itself three times?

• 5N^3P^9Q^9

• 125N^3P^9Q^9

• 15N^3P^9Q^9

• 125N^3P^3Q^3

What is the simplified form of 32Q^9R^4 divided by 4Q^3R?

• 8Q^6R^4

• 8Q^9R^3

• 8Q^3R^4

• 8Q^6R^3

When dividing terms with the same base, what operation is performed on the exponents?

• Multiply the exponents

• Divide the exponents

• Subtract the exponents

• Add the exponents

If you have 32 divided by 4, what is the result?

• 4

• 12

• 8

• 16