Mathematics

Mathematics

Problem

Convert the expression 3x2y35\dfrac{3}{\sqrt[5]{x^{2}y^{3}}} into exponential form and simplify the powers of xx and yy.
Intuitive explanation

The key is recognizing that a radical in the denominator is really a negative fractional exponent. Rewrite x2y35\sqrt[5]{x^{2}y^{3}} as (x2y3)1/5(x^{2}y^{3})^{1/5}, then use the power rule to distribute the exponent to each variable. Finally, move the result from denominator to numerator by flipping the sign of the exponent—this transforms division into subtraction of exponents.

Intuitive explanation

The key is recognizing that a radical in the denominator is really a negative fractional exponent. Rewrite x2y35\sqrt[5]{x^{2}y^{3}} as (x2y3)1/5(x^{2}y^{3})^{1/5}, then use the power rule to distribute the exponent to each variable. Finally, move the result from denominator to numerator by flipping the sign of the exponent—this transforms division into subtraction of exponents.

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