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Rules for Simplifying Algebraic Models in Production

A manufacturing technician is reviewing a machine calibration formula that involves simplifying the expression (2x−6y8)(−5x5y−3)(2x^{-6}y^8)(-5x^5y^{-3}). Based on the Product Property, state the mathematical operation used to combine the numerical coefficients (2{}2 and −5-5). Additionally, recall what must be done to any variable that results in a negative exponent, such as x−1x^{-1}, when writing the final simplified expression.

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