This math topic focuses on simplifying expressions involving exponents and polynomials. Specifically, it explores the simplification of expressions where the difference or sum of powers of a variable is divided by one of those exponents. For instance, tasks ask students to simplify expressions like \((c^{132} - c^{131})/c^{131}\) and similar constructs with other variables such as \(m\), \(r\), \(n\), \(z\), and \(y\). The problems are designed to strengthen understanding of exponent rules, factoring, and polynomial simplification at an advanced level within the broader unit of Polynomials and Quadratics.

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