Rewriting an equation so that they have same base and you can solve, 16^(2x)=(1/8)^(x+3)

The video tutorial explains how to handle exponents and fractions in mathematical expressions. It covers the application of the power rule, rewriting numbers with different bases, and solving equations using exponent rules. The tutorial emphasizes the importance of eliminating fractions and finding common bases to simplify expressions.

How can you rewrite the expression 8 to the negative first raised to the power of X + 3?

What does the power rule state when dealing with exponents?

What is the first step to take when solving equations that involve fractions?

What is the relationship between the bases 2, 8, and 16 as discussed in the text?

Explain how to solve for X in the equation 8^X = -3X - 9.