Explain why the exponents cannot be added in the product 12^3 x 11^3?? I need a simple answer that won’t be confusing pls.

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Bas Swinckels · Answer 1 · 2021-04-03T13:05:41+0000

Answer:

The bases aren't the same

Explanation:

If the bases are the same, then their exponents are added. In this case, since the exponents are the same, then 12^3*11^3=(12*11)^3=132^3=2299968