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What is the solution to (a^(1/2)b^(1/3))^6 please help me validate

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Answer: a^3b^2

Step-by-step explanation:

The given expression is

(a^(1/2)b^(1/3))^6

We would apply the rule of exponents shown below

(a^b)^c) = a^bc

By applying the rule to the given expression, we have

a^(1/2 * 6)b^(1/3 * 6)

= a^3b^2

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