Question

simplify. express your answer using positive exp
$\frac{p^{3}q^{0}}{pq^{0}}$

Explanation:

Step1: Apply zero exponent rule

Any non-zero term to the 0 power is 1, so $q^0 = 1$. Substitute into the expression:
$\frac{p^3 \cdot 1}{p \cdot 1} = \frac{p^3}{p}$

Step2: Apply quotient of powers rule

Subtract exponents for like bases: $p^{3-1}$
$p^{3-1} = p^2$

Answer:

$p^2$