Question

1. When you multiply expressions with

the same base, you___
exponents.
the
O add
O multiply

Answer 1

Multiply is the answer

Answer 2

When you multiply expressions with the same base, you add exponents

Explanation:

The exponent "product rule" tells us that, when multiplying two powers that have the same base, you can add the exponents. In this example, you can see how it works. Adding the exponents is just a short cut! The "power rule" tells us that to raise a power to a power, just multiply the exponents.