Q. Simplify. Express your answer using positive exponents. (3r7)(8r5)(5r)
Multiply Coefficients and Variables: Multiply the coefficients (numbers) and the variables with exponents separately.First, we multiply the coefficients 3, 8, and 5.3×8×5=24×5=120
Apply Product Rule for Exponents: Apply the product rule for exponents to the variables with exponents.The product rule states that when multiplying powers with the same base, you add the exponents.r7×r5×r1 (since r is the same as r1) = r7+5+1 = r13
Combine Results for Final Expression: Combine the results from Step 1 and Step 2 to get the final simplified expression.The final expression is the product of the coefficient and the variable with the exponent.120×r13
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