Learn how to simplify an expression with negative exponents

The video tutorial explains how to handle negative exponents by converting them into positive exponents using reciprocals. It demonstrates the process with an example, showing the calculation step-by-step, and concludes with a brief Q&A session.

What is the first step in dealing with a negative exponent?

• Multiply by zero

• Add the exponent to the base

• Rewrite the expression with a positive exponent

• Divide by the base

How do you convert a negative exponent to a positive one?

• By subtracting the exponent from the base

• By using the reciprocal of the base

• By multiplying the base by itself

• By adding 1 to the exponent

What is the reciprocal of 5^-2?

• 5^-1

• 1/5^2

• 5^2

• 1/5

What is the result of squaring 5?

• 25

• 20

• 15

• 10

What is the final result of the expression 2 * 5^2?

• 100

• 25

• 50

• 10