Question

Simplify the expression below.

(8^2)^6

A. 8^3
B. 8^4
C. 8^8
D. 8^12

Answer 1

D.

`{8}^(12)`

Explanation:

1.) (8^2)^6

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2.) 8^2 x 6

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3.) 8^12

Answer 2

D

Explanation:

Using the rule of exponents

`(a^m)^(n)` =
`a^(mn)`, hence

`(8^2)^(6)` =
`8^(2(6))` =
`8^(12)` → D