How do you simplify (125)^-1/3?

We have to find the value of 125^-1/3

Solution

We know that 125 can be expressed in the power of 5

125 = 5 X 5 X 5

125 = 53

Hence the given number becomes

125 = 5^3(-1/3)

=5^-1

= 1/5

Answer

125^-1/3= 1/5