Question

Simplify the expression. Write your answer as a power.5^8
5^5​​

Answer 1

5^13

Explanation:

5^8 = 390625

5^5= 3125

Since you have to write you answer as a power you would do 5^8+5^5= 5^13

Answer 2

5^13

Explanation:

when multiplying numbers with the same base, you add the exponents