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Simplify
publish date: 2024/01/14 04:45:14.244882 UTC
$\left(x^2 x^5\right)^2$
Correct Answer
$x^{14}$
Explanation
Within the parentheses, keep the common base, x, and add the exponents: 2 + 5 = 7. Keep the base, x, and multiply the exponents: 7 • 2 = 14
$\left(x^2 x^5\right)^2 = \left(x^7\right)^2 = x^{14}$
Reference
Mathematics for college students