Algebra 1 7-2 Independent Practice: Multiplying Powers With the Same Base

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Writing: Can the expression be written as a single power? Explain your reasoning.

No; Since x and y are different bases, the expression can not be written as a single power.

Yes; x^8\cdot y^3=\left(\left(xy\right)^8\right)^3=\left(xy\right)^{24}

Reasoning: Suppose that the expressions here represent two numbers in scientific notation.
Is their product, expressed below, always, sometimes, or never a number in scientific notation?

Never

Always

Sometimes

Reasoning: Justify your answer to the previous item.

Error Analysis: Your friend makes this statement.
Explain your firend's error. What is the correct answer?
You may use the canvas to help illustrate your written response.

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Reflection: Math Success