Which of the following is the correct action to take when simplifying the expression [ x cubed ] to the fifth power
A.
add the exponents
B.
subtract the exponents
C.
multiply the exponents
D.
divide the exponents

Question

Which of the following is the correct action to take when simplifying the expression [ x cubed ] to the fifth power
A.
add the exponents
B.
subtract the exponents
C.
multiply the exponents
D.
divide the exponents

mathstudent55 · Answer

Here's a useful rule:

$\Large{ (a^m)^n = a^{mn} }$

anonymous · Answer

i Need the Answer Not the Rule!

mathstudent55 · Answer

What does mn suggest to you? Addition, subtraction, multiplication, or division?