Worked Example
Applied word problem 8
For Class 8 Mathematics, explain or solve a powers with negative exponents question from the chapter "Exponents and Powers". Focus on applied word problem and show the working clearly.
Step-by-step solution path
- Read the topic idea: Powers with negative exponents.
- Recall the core explanation from the chapter: Mathematics syllabus chapter for Class 8.
- Use the related formula "(aᵐ)ⁿ = aᵐⁿ" as the main tool while solving.
- Write the reasoning in simple school-level language before the final answer.
Final learning answer
This example is centred on Powers with negative exponents. A strong solution should identify the correct data, apply (aᵐ)ⁿ = aᵐⁿ, and explain each transition instead of jumping directly to the answer.
Related formula
(aᵐ)ⁿ = aᵐⁿ
(aᵐ)ⁿ = aᵐⁿ