Multiple choice

53 ÷ 5 =

  1. 5(3-1)

  2. 51

  3. 5

  4. 52
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Explanation

When dividing terms with the same base, you subtract the exponents. Here, 5^3 divided by 5^1 equals 5^(3-1), which is 5^2.

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