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Answering the above question is not really hard, but the question is how to change 32^24 to 2^120? Whats the method for that? Is there a formula I can use?
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The discussion focuses on the mathematical manipulation of exponents, specifically converting 32^24 into 2^120. The key method involves recognizing that 32 can be expressed as 2^5. By applying the exponentiation rule (a^b)^c = a^(b*c), the transformation is achieved by calculating (2^5)^24, which simplifies to 2^(5*24) = 2^120. This demonstrates the power of exponent rules in simplifying expressions.
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Answering the above question is not really hard, but the question is how to change 32^24 to 2^120? Whats the method for that? Is there a formula I can use?
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32=2^5. (a^b)^c=a^(b*c).
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Thanks!
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