Multiply and Divide Monomials

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What is a monomial?

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A monomial is a polynomial with only one term, which can be a number, a variable, or a product of numbers and variables raised to non-negative integer powers.

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What is the product of two monomials?

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To multiply two monomials, multiply their coefficients and add their exponents if they have the same base.

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CCSS.HSA.APR.A.1

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Calculate: 2n^4 * 5n^4

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10n^8

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CCSS.HSA.APR.A.1

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What is the quotient rule for exponents?

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When dividing two monomials with the same base, subtract the exponent of the denominator from the exponent of the numerator.

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CCSS.8.EE.A.1

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Evaluate: x^8 / x^3

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x^5

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CCSS.HSA.APR.A.1

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What happens when you multiply a monomial by a constant?

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The constant multiplies the coefficient of the monomial, while the variable part remains unchanged.

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CCSS.HSA.APR.A.1

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Calculate: 5^6 * 5^2

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5^8

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CCSS.8.EE.A.1

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What is the result of dividing a monomial by itself?

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The result is 1, as long as the monomial is not zero.

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Simplify: 3x^5 * 2x^3

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6x^8

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What is the degree of a monomial?

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The degree of a monomial is the sum of the exponents of its variables.