Bunuel wrote:
If 0 < x < 1, which of the following is the greatest?
A. \(x^{(-\frac{1}{2})}\)
B. \(x^0\)
C. \(x^{(\frac{1}{2})}\)
D. \(x^1\)
E. \(x^2\)
If 0 < x < 1, it is a proper fraction, (e.g.,\(\frac{1}{2}\) ).
Number properties If very fluent in properties of these fractions, finding the answer is quick and no calculations are needed:
Thenegative exponent with thesmallest value will yield the greatest answer. Only choice A has a negative exponent.
Given their equal absolute values, you could compare Answer A
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