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Set 3: Exponential Functions (Advanced)

Explanation

Answer: D

PROBLEM

Simplify: (4 to the power of 4) to the power of 4. Express as 4 to the power of what?

Simplify: (4 to the power of 4) to the power of 4. Express as 4 to the power of what?

A.

15

B.

32

C.

17

D.

16

✓ Correct

Detailed Explanation

Choice D is the best answer. (4 to the power of 4) to the power of 4 = 4 to the power of (4 times 4) = 4 to the power of 16

Why others are wrong:
A: 15 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
B: 32 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
C: 17 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.

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