Question

can you check this?
Easton simplified the following expression:

(x2y6z5)(x4y5z3)

If he writes his answer in the form of xaybzc, what is the value of b, the exponent on y

Answer 1

when common bases are multiplied (as in this case) add the exponents.
\[x ^{6}y ^{11}z ^{8}\]Now follow the instructions given in how to express your answer.

Answer 2

y^11? @radar