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Answer: BSet 1: Exponential Functions (Advanced)
Explanation
PROBLEM
Simplify: (3 to the power of 4) to the power of 3. Express as 3 to the power of what?
Simplify: (3 to the power of 4) to the power of 3. Express as 3 to the power of what?
A.
10
B.✓ Correct
12
C.
24
D.
14
Detailed Explanation
Choice B is the best answer. (3 to the power of 4) to the power of 3 = 3 to the power of (4 times 3) = 3 to the power of 12
Why others are wrong:
A: 10 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
C: 24 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
D: 14 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.