Q. Evaluate. Write your answer as a whole number or as a simplified fraction.22⋅22=
Performing Exponent Operation:22×22What operation should we perform with the exponents, 2 and 2?When we multiply powers with the same base, we add the exponents.am×an=a(m+n)
Rewriting as a Single Power:22×22Rewrite this expression as a single power of 2.Add the exponents.22×22= 2(2+2)= 24
Simplifying 24: Simplify 24.\(2^4\)=2×2×2×2=16
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