Simplifying Exponential Expressions
This article will guide you through simplifying the following complex exponential expression:
(a^(2n+3) * a^((2n+1)(n+2))) / ((an^(3))^(2n+1) * a^(n(2n+1)))
Let's break down the simplification step-by-step:
Utilizing Exponent Rules
1. Product of Powers:
When multiplying exponents with the same base, add the powers:
- a^(2n+3) * a^((2n+1)(n+2)) = a^(2n+3 + (2n+1)(n+2))
2. Power of a Power:
When raising a power to another power, multiply the exponents:
- (an^(3))^(2n+1) = a^(n(3)(2n+1)) = a^(3n(2n+1))
3. Simplifying Exponents:
Expand and simplify the exponents in both numerator and denominator:
- Numerator: a^(2n+3 + (2n+1)(n+2)) = a^(2n+3 + 2n^2 + 5n + 2) = a^(2n^2 + 7n + 5)
- Denominator: a^(3n(2n+1)) * a^(n(2n+1)) = a^(6n^2 + 3n) * a^(2n^2 + n) = a^(8n^2 + 4n)
4. Division of Powers:
When dividing exponents with the same base, subtract the powers:
- (a^(2n^2 + 7n + 5)) / (a^(8n^2 + 4n)) = a^(2n^2 + 7n + 5 - (8n^2 + 4n))
5. Final Simplification:
Simplify the exponent in the final expression:
- a^(2n^2 + 7n + 5 - (8n^2 + 4n)) = a^(-6n^2 + 3n + 5)
Result
Therefore, the simplified form of the given expression is a^(-6n^2 + 3n + 5).