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The value of 5–2 is equal to 25. - Mathematics

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Question

The value of 5–2 is equal to 25.

Options

  • True

  • False

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True or False
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Solution

This statement is False.

Explanation:

Using law of exponents,

`a^-m = 1/a^m`  ...[∵ a is non-zero integer]

∴ `5^-2 = 1/5^2 = 1/25`

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Chapter 8: Exponents and Powers - Exercise [Page 257]

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NCERT Exemplar Mathematics [English] Class 8
Chapter 8 Exponents and Powers
Exercise | Q 88. | Page 257

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