Problem 156 of 7
Correct the polynomial arithmetic error in x^8 / x^2 = x^4.
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diagnose sign, exponent, distribution, and like-term mistakes.
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Worked example must contain a sign, exponent, distribution, or like-term error.
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1. Identify the operation being used.
2. Check distribution, signs, exponent rules, and like-term grouping.
3. Rewrite the corrected step.
Use the worked steps, then substitute the final answer back into the original relationship to confirm it satisfies the prompt.
Only giving a final expression without explaining the mistake.