SOLUTION: i am told to simplify this (-3x^2y)^3= but i don't think it's possible. is this a trick question? thanks

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Question 21687: i am told to simplify this (-3x^2y)^3= but i don't think it's possible.
is this a trick question? thanks
Answer by rapaljer(4671) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
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Raise each factor to the 3 power. Also, remember that when you raise a power to a power, you must multiply the exponents.

See my NEW Lesson Plans in algebra.com about Laws of Exponents in the section of Lesson Plans called "Exponents".

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