Aubree R.
asked • 01/27/18Fractions Equal??
Just wondering: Are these two quantities equal?
(2/3)x^3 = 2x^(3)/3 ??
Please be as detailed in your explanation as possible, perhaps proving your response. It is appreciated!
(2/3)x^3 = 2x^(3)/3 ??
Please be as detailed in your explanation as possible, perhaps proving your response. It is appreciated!
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Inactive Tutor answered • 01/27/18
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Yes, the division by three at the right of the right side can be incorporated with the coefficient two, giving two thirds of the cube of x in each case--because the /3 is NOT PLACED IN THE EXPONENT on the right side.
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