Question

Simplify the expression 5^8 x 5^3 Write your answer in exponent form.

Answer 1

If you are multiplying the two then your answer is 4.8828125 ×
`10^(7)` if you are combining them then your answer is
`5^(11)`

Answer 2

Answer: 5^11

Explanation:

If two exponents are being multiplied together, and they have the same base and different exponents then just add the exponents and let the base stay the same.

5^8 * 5^3 = 5^11