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(–4)–4 × (4)–1 = (4)5 - Mathematics

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Question

(–4)–4 × (4)–1 = (4)5  

Options

  • True

  • False

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True or False

Solution

This statement is False.

Explanation:

LHS = (–4)–4 × (4)–1

Using law of exponents, am × an = (a)m + n  ...[∵ a is non-zero integer]

∴ (–4)–4 × (4)–1 = (4)–4 × (4)–1

= (4)–4 1

= (4)–5

LHS ≠ RHS

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Chapter 8: Exponents and Powers - Exercise [Page 255]

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NCERT Exemplar Mathematics [English] Class 8
Chapter 8 Exponents and Powers
Exercise | Q 72. | Page 255

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