Question

find the quotient. $\frac{10^{12}}{10^{3}}$
a $10^{4}$
b $10^{9}$
c $10^{15}$
d $10^{36}$

Explanation:

Step1: Apply exponent division rule

When dividing like bases, subtract exponents: $\frac{a^m}{a^n}=a^{m-n}$
$\frac{10^{12}}{10^3}=10^{12-3}$

Step2: Calculate exponent difference

Subtract the exponents.
$10^{12-3}=10^9$

Answer:

B. $10^9$