Introductory Algebra for College Students (7th Edition)

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ISBN 10: 0-13417-805-X
ISBN 13: 978-0-13417-805-9

Chapter 5 - Section 5.2 - Multiplying Polynomials - Concept and Vocabulary Check - Page 358: 2

Answer

Fill the blanks with $b^{m\cdot n}$, multiply

Work Step by Step

The power rule (powers to powers rule) states that when an exponential expression is raised to a power (a new exponent), we keep the base and multiply the exponents. So, $(b^{m})^{n}$ results in $b^{m\cdot n}$.
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