Question

simplify the expression 3^-8 x 3^4

Answer 1

Answer:

3⁻⁴

General Formulas and Concepts:

Pre-Algebra

Order of Operations: BPEMDAS

1. Brackets
2. Parenthesis
3. Exponents
4. Multiplication
5. Division
6. Addition
7. Subtraction

• Left to Right

Algebra I

• Exponential Rule [Multiplying]: $\displaystyle b^m \cdot b^n = b^{m + n}$

Step-by-step explanation:

Step 1: Define

3⁻⁸ × 3⁴

Step 2: Simplify

1. Exponential Rule [Multiplying]:                    3⁻⁸ ⁺ ⁴
2. Combine exponents:                                    3⁻⁴