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Answer: DSet 2: Exponential Functions (Advanced)
Explanation
PROBLEM
Simplify: (2 to the power of 4) to the power of 2. Express as 2 to the power of what?
Simplify: (2 to the power of 4) to the power of 2. Express as 2 to the power of what?
A.
4
B.
9
C.
16
D.✓ Correct
8
Detailed Explanation
Choice D is the best answer. (2 to the power of 4) to the power of 2 = 2 to the power of (4 times 2) = 2 to the power of 8
Why others are wrong:
A: 4 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
B: 9 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
C: 16 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.