Example Question - divide coefficients

Solving a Simplification Expression with Variables and Coefficients

To solve the expression \( \frac{10x^8}{5x^4} \), you can simplify it by dividing both the coefficients (the numerical parts) and the variables separately. First, divide the coefficients: \( \frac{10}{5} = 2 \) Next, apply the laws of exponents for dividing like bases: \( x^8 / x^4 = x^{8-4} = x^4 \) Combine these two results to get the final answer: \( 2x^4 \)