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The discussion revolves around evaluating the expression 33 x 42 in terms of powers of primes, leading to the conclusion that the answer can be expressed as 3^6 / 2. Participants clarify the origin of the number 2 in the denominator and confirm the calculations. Another participant seeks assistance with simplifying expressions involving powers of 2 and 3, ultimately arriving at the correct simplification. The conversation emphasizes the importance of understanding prime factorization in solving these types of mathematical problems. Overall, the thread highlights collaborative problem-solving in mathematical evaluations.
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33 x 42
__________________________ =
2 x 3-3 x 16

33-(-3) = 6
16 = 42 ... 42-2 = 0

so.. 36 x 2 <-- answer I guess I am not sure
 
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luigihs said:
33 x 42
__________________________ =
2 x 3-3 x 16

33-(-3) = 6
16 = 42 ... 42-2 = 0

so.. 36 x 2 <-- answer I guess I am not sure

How did the 2 in the denominator come up in the numerator??

The rest is correct, though. :smile:
 
so the answer is 3^6 / 2 ??
 
luigihs said:
so the answer is 3^6 / 2 ??

Yes, or 362-1.
 
Ok Cheers :)
 
Im sorry have another question is kinda the similar .
Simplify the following expressions:

23x 4x or 22x
_________________________________________ =
16x or 24x

23x+2x = 5x = 25x / 24x = 2x
 
luigihs said:
Im sorry have another question is kinda the similar .
Simplify the following expressions:

23x 4x or 22x
_________________________________________ =
16x or 24x

23x+2x = 5x = 25x / 24x = 2x

That's correct too.
 
ok thanks :)
 
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