Question

Is (ab^2) equivalent to ab^2? Explain.

Answer 1

yes

Explanation:

ok lets substitute a for 6 and b for 7

it will look like this ((6)(7))^2

now lets solve

6x7=42

42^2=1764

ok now for the second one (6)(7)^2

now lets solve

6x7=42

42^2=1764

i hope this helps

Answer 2

Answer: yes it is equivalent!

Explanation:

all you do is take away the parentheses and then it is the same exact thing!