Answer:
Step-by-step explanation:
When equal bases are multiplied, the powers add.
The bases of both expressions is x.
The powers are 5 and 7.
The answer is x^(5 + 7) = x^(12)
D. 6 steps forward and 6 steps backward. 6=6
Answer:
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Distribute 2/5 and 3/5 into the ():
2/5(a+b)+3/5(a+c)
2/5 a+ 2/5 b+3/5 a+ 3/5 c
combine the like terms:
2/5 a+3/5 a= 5/5 a --> 1a --> a
new simplified equation:
a+2/5 b+3/5 c
This phrase can be written as 20 + f.
So, 20 + f is the answer.