Q. Write 47⋅49 using rational exponents.A. 475B. 745C. 47D. 74
Convert to Rational Exponents: Convert the fourth root and the square root to rational exponents.The fourth root of 7 can be written as 71/4, and the square root of 49 can be written as 491/2.
Simplify Square Root: Simplify the square root of 49.Since 49 is a perfect square, 49(1/2) is equal to 7.So, we have 7(1/4)×7.
Write 7 as Power: Write 7 as a power of 7 with an exponent of 1. 7 can be written as 71. So, we have 71/4×71.
Combine Exponents: Use the property of exponents to combine the terms.When multiplying with the same base, add the exponents: 71/4×71=71/4+1.
Add Exponents: Add the exponents.41+1 is the same as 41+44, which equals 45.So, we have 745.
Match with Options: Match the result with the given options.The expression 75/4 matches option B.
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