Question

Is the expression 2 • 4 ^ x equal to the expression 8 ^ x ? Explain your answer

Answer 1

Answer:

It depends on the value of x

Step-by-step explanation:

If x=1, then yes

Exponents come before multiplication, so even if 2*4=8, 2*4^2 is not equal to 8.

Ex:

2*4^2=32

8^2=64