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Find the value of m for which 5m ÷5−3 = 55.

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5m ÷ 5−3 = 55

5m − (− 3) = 55 (am ÷ an = amn)

5m + 3 = 55

Since the powers have same bases on both sides, their respective exponents must be equal.

m + 3 = 5

m = 5 − 3

m = 2


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