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Answer: DSet 3: Exponential Functions (Advanced)
Explanation
PROBLEM
Recent studies show that 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.
6
C.
4
D.✓ Correct
8
Detailed Explanation
[Variation 1] Choice D 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.
B: 6 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
C: 4 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.