Question

simplify this expression a8 x a7

Answer 1

is it a15

Answer 2

do you mean a^8 and a^7
or
8*a and 7*a?

Answer 3

the second one

Answer 4

okay, so when you multiply two polynomials together, do you usually add or multiply them?

Answer 5

add

Answer 6

Haha, no, when you multiply any two terms like these, you multiply them together. Which means you would both multiply the Constant term and variable.
What would you get if you did this?

Answer 7

mcdonb?

Answer 8

*sigh*
well, either way, the answer would be 56a^2

Answer 9

thank you. Trying to figure out this site I clicked on the wrong link and lost you for a few. LOLO..

Answer 10

Haha, that's alright. Do you get it though?

Answer 11

yes
. just lost power. forgot to plug in the adapter. what a day.

Answer 12

Oh dear, well I do hope it gets better for you!

Answer 13

I think its time for food.

Answer 14

Yes, that's smart, you brain needs the nutrients, too. :)

Answer 15

bye

Answer 16

chao