Chapter 4.6, Problem 69E

To determine

To find the quotient of $\frac{2^9}{2^4}$ using exponents.

Answer to Problem 69E

  $2^5$

Explanation of Solution

Given information: $\frac{2^9}{2^4}$

Formula used:The product of powers rule.

Calculation:

  $\frac{2^9}{2^4}$

Which further becomes

  $=2^{9-4}$ Using product of powers

  $=2^5$ This is the quotient.