Use the product rule, if possible, to simplify the expression. Write the answer in exponential form.
-7⁸ . 7⁷ .7³

Question

Use the product rule, if possible, to simplify the expression. Write the answer in exponential form. -7⁸ . 7⁷ .7³ A) 343¹⁶⁸ B) 7¹⁸ C) 343¹⁸ D) 7¹⁶⁸

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The product rule of exponents states that when multiplying powers with the same base, you add the exponents. Here, the base is 7 and the exponents are 18, 17, and 13. Adding these gives 18 + 17 + 13 = 48, so the simplified expression is $7^{48}$.

Use the Product Rule, If Possible, to Simplify the Expression