Which expression is equivalent to (8^2)^-4?

Three numbers x, y, and z are in the ratio 2: 7: 8. if 12 is subtracted from y, then three numbers form a geometric sequence (in the order x, y–12, z). find x, y, and z. there are 2 sets.

What are two numbers that have a sum of 15?

Sally deposited money into a savings account paying 4% simple interest per year. the first year, she earned $75 in interest. how much interest will she earn during the following year? show your work and explain your reasoning in the space provided below.