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The value of 5–2 is equal to 25. - Mathematics

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The value of 5^–2 is equal to 25.

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Solution

This statement is False.

Explanation:

Using law of exponents, $a^{- m} = \frac{1}{a^{m}}$ ...[∵ a is non-zero integer]

∴ $5^{- 2} = \frac{1}{5^{2}} = \frac{1}{25}$

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Negative Exponents and Laws of Exponents

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Q 88.Q 87.Q 89.

Chapter 8: Exponents and Powers - Exercise [Page 257]

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Chapter 8 Exponents and Powers
Exercise | Q 88. | Page 257

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