SOLUTION: Simplify 3^2n-1x3^5n not in book

Algebra ->  Equations -> SOLUTION: Simplify 3^2n-1x3^5n not in book       Log On


   

Question 75221: Simplify
3^2n-1x3^5n
not in book

Answer by ankor@dixie-net.com(22740) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
Simplify
3^2n-1x3^5n
:
Assuming you mean:
3%5E%282n-1%29+%2A+3%5E%285n%29
:
Remember when you multiply (like terms) you just add the exponents:
3%5E%282n%2B5n-1%29 = 3%5E%287n-1%29