SAT Math : How to subtract exponents

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Example Questions

Example Question #513 : Algebra

Evaluate: 

Possible Answers:

Correct answer:

Explanation:

When subtracting with exponents, we try to factor out some terms.

We can factor out  to get 

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Example Question #111 : Exponents

Simplify: 

Possible Answers:

Correct answer:

Explanation:

Although we have different bases, we know that .

Therefore, 

.

Finally, we factor out  to get 

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Example Question #1 : How To Subtract Exponents

If , then what is ?

Possible Answers:

Correct answer:

Explanation:

Follow the order of operations by solving the expression within the parentheses first.

Return to solve the original expression.

 

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