Answer
$a^{12}b^{4}$
Work Step by Step
Using laws of exponents, the given expression, $
(a^8b^3)(a^4b)
$, simplifies to
\begin{array}{l}\require{cancel}
a^{8+4}b^{3+1}
\\\\=
a^{12}b^{4}
.\end{array}
Elementary and Intermediate Algebra: Concepts & Applications (6th Edition)
by Bittinger, Marvin L.; Ellenbogen, David J.; Johnson, Barbara L.
Published by
Pearson
ISBN 10:
0-32184-874-8
ISBN 13:
978-0-32184-874-1
Chapter 4 - Polynomials - 4.1 Exponents and Their Properties - 4.1 Exercise Set - Page 235: 28
Update this answer!
You can help us out by revising, improving and updating this answer.
Update this answerAfter you claim an answer you’ll have 24 hours to send in a draft. An editor will review the submission and either publish your submission or provide feedback.
