Choice B is correct. Since , multiplying the exponent of the given expression by yields an equivalent expression: . Since , the expression can be rewritten as . Applying properties of exponents, this expression can be rewritten as . An expression of the form , where and , is equivalent to . Therefore, is equivalent to .
Choice A is incorrect and may result from conceptual or calculation errors.
Choice C is incorrect and may result from conceptual or calculation errors.
Choice D is incorrect and may result from conceptual or calculation errors.
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