Question

(x^4)^2 perform the indicated operation

Answer 1

`x^8`

Explanation:

`(x^4)^2`

Apply the law of exponents, where:

`(x^a)^b=x^(ab)`

`(x^4)^2=x^(4 * 2)=x^8`

Answer 2

`x^8`

Explanation:

Since you are doing
`x^4` squared, you have to multiply the exponents.

4 * 2 = 8

`x^8`