Question

Please help me! 20 points!

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Answer 1

Explanation:

When we multiplying, we find the sum of the exponents so

`3 {}^{ (1)/(2) } * 3 {}^{ (1)/(2) } \\ {3}^{ (1)/(2) + (1)/(2) } \\ = {3}^{ (2)/(2) } \\ = 3`

Answer 2

12 1/4 or (Decimal: 12.25)

Explanation:

(3 1/2) (3 1/2)

= 7/2 (3 1/2)

= 7/2 (7/2)

= 49/4

= 12 1/4

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