Simplify (x^2)^2

Problem

(x2)2

Solution

1. Identify the structure of the expression as a power raised to another power, which follows the form (am)n

2. Apply the power rule for exponents, which states that (am)n=a(m⋅n)

3. Multiply the exponents together: 2⋅2=4

4. Rewrite the expression with the new exponent.

Final Answer

(x2)2=x4

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