Question 177(iv)
Find it (−67)x−7=1
We have, (−67)x−7=1 Using law of exponents, x0=1 [∵ a is non-zero integer] Then, (−67)x−7=1 It is possible only, if x = 7. So, (−67)7−7=1 ⇒(−67)0=1 Hence, x = 7
Question 177(i)
Find x. −(17)−5÷−(17)−7=(−7)x