Simplify the Expression by Using the Properties of Rational Exponents $$h ^ { 7 / 3 } \cdot h ^ { 5 / 3 }$$

question 165

Multiple Choice

Simplify the expression by using the properties of rational exponents. Write the final answer using positive exponents only. $$h ^ { 7 / 3 } \cdot h ^ { 5 / 3 }$$

• A) \(h ^ { 35 / 3 }\)
• B) \(h ^ { 35 / 9 }\)
• C) \(h ^ { 4 }\)
• D) \(h ^ { 2 }\)

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Definitions:

Sphenoid

A butterfly-shaped bone at the base of the skull, part of the cranium, and contains the sphenoid sinus.

Ethmoid

A porous bone located between the eyes and forming part of the nasal cavity and the eye sockets.

Zygomatic

Pertaining to the cheekbone or zygoma, which is a bone that forms part of the orbit of the eye and the cheek.

Temporal

Pertaining to the temporal bone of the skull, near the temples, and involved in hearing and balance.