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Set 2: Exponential Functions (Advanced)

Explanation

Answer: B

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.

8

✓ Correct
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.