Simplify and Express Your Answer in Terms of Positive Exponents

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Essay

Simplify and express your answer in terms of positive exponents:

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Definitions:

Crude Oil

A naturally occurring, unrefined petroleum product composed of hydrocarbon deposits and other organic materials.

Split-Off Point

The stage in production at which multiple products derived from a common input process become separately identifiable, and costs are then attributed accordingly.

Joint Products

Products that are produced from the same process or raw materials, often with little to no variation in cost until the split-off point, where they may be further processed differently.

Net Realizable Value Method

An accounting method used to value inventory or accounts receivable at the estimated selling price in the ordinary course of business, less reasonably predictable costs of completion, disposal, and transportation.