Q. Select the equivalent expression.(2−7⋅55)2=?Choose 1 answer:(A) 2−14⋅510(B) 2−5⋅57(C) 2−7⋅510
Identify properties of exponents: Identify the properties of exponents to be used. When raising a power to a power, you multiply the exponents (am)n=am×n.
Apply power of a product rule: Apply the power of a product rule: (a∗b)n=an∗bn. Here, a=2−7, b=55, and n=2.
Calculate new exponents: Calculate the new exponents by multiplying: (2−7)2=2−14 and (55)2=510.
Combine results: Combine the results to get the final expression: 2−14×510.
Choose equivalent expression: Choose the equivalent expression from the given options. The correct answer is (A) 2−14⋅510.
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