Quick matrix transpose proof help

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Homework Statement



let transpose of A be noted by A`

Show that if the matrix product AB is permitted, then so is the product B`A`, where

B`A`=(AB)`

Homework Equations



C_{ij}=ƩA_{ik} B_{kj} where summing from k=1 to m

A`_{ij} = A_{ji}

The Attempt at a Solution



It wants me to use the relevant equations to prove this, but I am not sure where to start, seeing as the most I have done with matrices so far is add and multiply them
 
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