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Tom simplified an expression in three steps, as shown below:

Which is the first incorrect step and why?

A). Step 1: all the exponents are increased by 4

B). Step 2: the exponents of the same base are added during multiplication

C). Step 3: the exponents of the same base are subtracted during division

D). Step 3: all the exponents are added during division

Tom simplified an expression in three steps, as shown below: Which is the first incorrect-example-1
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Answer: a

Step-by-step explanation: process of elimination basically.

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