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Answer: DSet 5: Exponential Functions (Intermediate)
Explanation
PROBLEM
Recent studies show that simplify: 2 to the power of 3 times 2 to the power of 2. Express as 2 to the power of what?
Simplify: 2 to the power of 3 times 2 to the power of 2. Express as 2 to the power of what?
A.
4
B.
6
C.
2
D.✓ Correct
5
Detailed Explanation
[Variation 1] Choice D is the best answer. 2 to the power of 3 times 2 to the power of 2 = 2 to the power of (3+2) = 2 to the power of 5
Why others are wrong:
A: 4 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
B: 6 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
C: 2 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.