Rewriting a negative exponent by putting it in the denominator

The video tutorial explains how to simplify exponents using the rules of exponents. It begins by introducing the concept of negative exponents and how they can be rewritten as reciprocals. The tutorial then demonstrates how to convert these negative exponents into positive ones by rewriting them. Finally, the video concludes with a simplified expression and a brief recap of the process.

What is the first step to simplify an exponent with a negative power?

How do you rewrite a negative exponent as a positive power?

What is the reciprocal of Z to the negative 2nd?

What does the expression 1 / Z represent in terms of exponents?

What is the final simplified form of Z to the negative 2nd times Y to the 8th?