Question

(x^4)^2 perform the indicated operation

Answer 1

Answer:

$x^8$

Step-by-step explanation:

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

4 * 2 = 8

$x^8$

Answer 2

Answer:

$x^8$

Step-by-step explanation:

$(x^4)^2$

Apply the law of exponents, where:

$(x^a)^b=x^{ab}$

$(x^4)^2=x^{4 \times 2}=x^8$