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simplify-2a(3a^4)

Solution

simplify

- 2 a (3 a^{4})

Solution

- 6 a^{5}

Solution steps

- 2 a (3 a^{4})

Apply exponent rule:

a^{b} \cdot a^{c} = a^{b + c}

a a^{4} = a^{1 + 4}

= - 2 \cdot 3 a^{1 + 4}

Add the numbers:

1 + 4 = 5

= - 2 \cdot 3 a^{5}

Multiply the numbers:

2 \cdot 3 = 6

= - 6 a^{5}

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is simplify-2a(3a^4) ?
The solution to simplify-2a(3a^4) is -6a^5