Q. Follow the instructions below.Write a⋅a2 without exponents.a⋅a2=Fill in the blank.a⋅a2=a□
Identify Expression: We are given the expression a×a2. To simplify this expression without exponents, we need to use the property of exponents that states when multiplying like bases, we add the exponents.
Apply Exponent Property: The base here is a, and we have a1×a2 (since a is the same as a1). According to the property of exponents, we add the exponents when multiplying like bases.
Add Exponents: Adding the exponents 1 and 2 gives us a(1+2).
Simplify Exponents: Simplifying 1+2 gives us 3, so a(1+2) becomes a3.
Final Simplified Expression: Therefore, a×a2 simplifies to a3.
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