Question

Which is equivalent to 2 to the 3rd power * 2 to the -5th power?

A)
2 to the -15th power


B)
2 to the -8th power


C)
2 to the -2nd power


D)
2 to the 2nd power

Answer 1

C. Because since they have the same bases and you are multiplying ... technically your suppose to add the exponents that are of the same base