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Set 1: Exponential Functions (Advanced)

Explanation

Answer: C

PROBLEM

Simplify: (2 to the power of 2) to the power of 3. Express as 2 to the power of what?

Simplify: (2 to the power of 2) to the power of 3. Express as 2 to the power of what?

A.

3

B.

4

C.

6

✓ Correct
D.

7

Detailed Explanation

Choice C is the best answer. (2 to the power of 2) to the power of 3 = 2 to the power of (2 times 3) = 2 to the power of 6

Why others are wrong:
A: 3 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
B: 4 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
D: 7 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.