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Set 3: Exponential Functions (Advanced)

Explanation

Answer: B

PROBLEM

Simplify: (4 to the power of 3) to the power of 4. Express as 4 to the power of what?

Simplify: (4 to the power of 3) to the power of 4. Express as 4 to the power of what?

A.

24

B.

12

✓ Correct
C.

14

D.

11

Detailed Explanation

Choice B is the best answer. (4 to the power of 3) to the power of 4 = 4 to the power of (3 times 4) = 4 to the power of 12

Why others are wrong:
A: 24 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
C: 14 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
D: 11 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.