Math Problem Statement

Simplify the expression: x^5 * x

Solution

To simplify the expression x5xx^5 \cdot x, you can apply the Product of Powers Property, which states that:

xaxb=xa+bx^a \cdot x^b = x^{a + b}

Here, a=5a = 5 and b=1b = 1 (since xx is the same as x1x^1).

Thus, the expression simplifies as follows:

x5x=x5+1=x6x^5 \cdot x = x^{5+1} = x^6

So the simplified expression is:

x6x^6

Would you like more details, or do you have any questions?

Here are 5 related questions to explore:

  1. How do you simplify expressions with different bases, like x2y3x^2 \cdot y^3?
  2. What is the rule for dividing exponents, such as x7÷x2x^7 \div x^2?
  3. How do you simplify powers of powers, such as (x3)2(x^3)^2?
  4. How do you simplify expressions with negative exponents, like x4x^{-4}?
  5. What happens when an exponent is zero, like x0x^0?

Tip: When multiplying terms with the same base, just add the exponents!

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Algebra
Exponentiation

Formulas

x^a * x^b = x^(a+b)

Theorems

Product of Powers Property

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 6-8