College Physics (10th Edition)
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Author: Hugh D. Young, Philip W. Adams, Raymond Joseph Chastain
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Chapter 0, Problem 1P
Use the exponent rules to simplify the following expressions:
1. (−3x4y2)2
Expert Solution & Answer
To determine
Use the exponent rules to simply the expression
Answer to Problem 1P
The simplified expression is
Explanation of Solution
The product rule:
The quotient rule:
The first power rule:
Other power rules:
Conclusion:
Apply the power rule.
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