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Answer: BSet 2: Exponential Functions (Advanced)
Explanation
PROBLEM
Simplify: (4 to the power of 2) to the power of 4. Express as 4 to the power of what?
Simplify: (4 to the power of 2) to the power of 4. Express as 4 to the power of what?
A.
9
B.✓ Correct
8
C.
7
D.
6
Detailed Explanation
Choice B is the best answer. (4 to the power of 2) to the power of 4 = 4 to the power of (2 times 4) = 4 to the power of 8
Why others are wrong:
A: 9 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
C: 7 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
D: 6 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.