If 4y = 20 then 2y - 1 equals what number

Which statement most accurately describe why the division property of exponents does not apply to the expression (-8)^2/(-3)^4

You are making a blueprint of your bedroom and you plan to use a scale factor of 18 . the actual width of your room is 14 feet and the actual length of your room is 16 feet. determine the width and length of your room on the blueprint. on the blueprint, your room will have a width of feet and a length of feet.

Can anyone me with 32,33,36,37,and 40.