Learn how to convert an exponent with a negative fraction to radical form, 1/5^(-1/3)

The video tutorial covers the rules of exponents, focusing on converting negative exponents to positive by using reciprocals. It also explains how to rewrite expressions as radicals, specifically demonstrating the conversion of 5 to the one-third power into the cube root of 5. The tutorial emphasizes the importance of not leaving answers with negative exponents and provides a step-by-step guide to simplifying expressions using these rules.

Why is it important to remember the rules of exponents?

• They are used in geometry.

• They are essential for simplifying expressions.

• They are not important.

• They help in solving linear equations.

What is the correct way to handle a negative exponent?

• Multiply by zero.

• Convert it to a positive exponent using a reciprocal.

• Ignore the negative sign.

• Add a positive number to it.

If you have 1/X to the negative M, how can it be rewritten?

• X to the M

• 1 to the M

• X to the negative M

• Positive X to the M over 1

How can 5 to the one-third power be expressed as a radical?

• Cube root of 5

• Fifth root of 5

• Fourth root of 5

• Square root of 5

What is the cube root of 5 to the first power?

• 5 squared

• Cube root of 5

• 5 cubed

• 5