Multiply or divide as indicated. Simplify your answer, if possible. x^-8/x^5

1 / x^13

Step-by-step explanation:

When we divide exponents with the same base, we subtract the exponents

a^b / a^c = a^ (b-c)

x^-8/x^5

x^ (-8-5)

x^ (-13)

Remember that negative exponents take it from the numerator to the denominator.

1 / x^13