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Note that R is a proper fraction while S is an improper fraction bw 1 and 2. "Less than 1" means a proper fraction. So which of the following is a proper fraction? Test some upper and lower limit numbers -- its obvious that a small R and a small S should give you something less than 1 (e.g...

by manochsa

Tue Nov 17, 2009 10:35 am
Forum: Problem Solving
Topic: Number Properties
Replies: 5
Views: 1442

Exponents

Could someone please identify the fastest approach to solving the following:

(0.8)^-5/(0.4)^-4

A. 3/32
B. 5/64
C. 1/2
D. 1
E. 2

Thanks!

by manochsa

Mon Nov 16, 2009 8:34 pm
Forum: Problem Solving
Topic: Exponents
Replies: 1
Views: 1305