How to apply power to product rule to simplify an expression with exponents

The video tutorial explains how to use the power product rule to simplify expressions involving exponents. It begins with an introduction to the rule, followed by a detailed explanation. The tutorial then demonstrates the application of the rule to simplify a specific expression, emphasizing the importance of using parentheses to ensure correct operations. Finally, it concludes with the final steps to achieve the simplified expression.

What does the power of product rule state?

• A * B raised to X equals A to the X times B to the X

• A * B raised to X equals A to the X divided by B to the X

• A * B raised to X equals A to the X plus B to the X

• A * B raised to X equals A to the X minus B to the X

Why is it important to use parentheses when applying the power of product rule?

• To simplify the expression further

• To ensure the correct order of operations

• To make the expression look neat

• To avoid using exponents

What should be done first according to the order of operations?

• Use parentheses

• Multiply

• Add

• Subtract

What is the result of squaring negative four in the expression?

• 8

• -16

• -8

• 16

What is the final simplified form of the expression using the power of product rule?

• 16y squared

• 4y squared

• -16y squared

• -4y squared