Simplify the expression where possible. (x^2) ^4

x^8

Step-by-step explanation:

According to the third law of indices,

(x^m) ^n = x^mn (i. e, m*n)

In this case m=2 and n=4

So that can be applied thus:

(x^2) ^4 = x^2*4

2*4=8

so it will now be written this way:

x^8