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Set 2: Exponential Functions (Advanced)

Explanation

Answer: A

PROBLEM

Simplify: (2 to the power of 2) to the power of 2. Express as 2 to the power of what?

Simplify: (2 to the power of 2) to the power of 2. Express as 2 to the power of what?

A.

4

✓ Correct
B.

2

C.

6

D.

3

Detailed Explanation

Choice A is the best answer. (2 to the power of 2) to the power of 2 = 2 to the power of (2 times 2) = 2 to the power of 4

Why others are wrong:
B: 2 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
C: 6 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
D: 3 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.