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Set 2: Exponential Functions (Advanced)

Explanation

Answer: D

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.

8

✓ Correct

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.