Question 1038330
They are two separate expressions but ambiguously written.  Not clear is what the "x" means.  Is this a variable, or is this the multiplication operation sign?  Is the x shown with an intended exponent after each?  If so, exponentiation needs to be shown.



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Your extra note was somewhat useful.  Exactly what are you trying to study or to review?  Is this Basic Math or Basic Arithmetic?  Is this from an Algebra or Pre-Algebra textbook?  Exactly WHAT do your two expressions look like?  Tell me those answers and I will know how to help.