Show that [tex]5^{-12} \times 5^{12} = 1[/tex].

[5^{-12}\cdot5^{12}=1\ 5^{-12+12}=1\ 5^0=1\ 1=1
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Answered by konrad509 | 2024-06-10

We have demonstrated that 5 − 12 × 5 12 = 1 by applying the properties of exponents. Negative exponents reflect reciprocals, and multiplying like bases involves adding their exponents, leading to a result of 1. Thus, every step confirms that the equation holds true.
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Answered by Anonymous | 2024-12-26