Question

HELP! What is the value of the missing exponent in the problem 2y^2*3y^5=6y^?

I just need a quick explanation!

Answer 1

when ur multiplying with exponents with the same base, u add the exponents

2y^2 * 3y^5 = (2 * 3)(y^2 * y^5) = 6y^(2 + 5) = 6y^7