Multiplying monomials

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What is a monomial?

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A monomial is a polynomial with only one term, which can be a number, a variable, or a product of numbers and variables raised to non-negative integer powers.

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How do you multiply two monomials?

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To multiply two monomials, multiply their coefficients and add the exponents of like bases.

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What is the product of 6m^3 and 8m^2?

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48m^5.

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What is the product of n^3 and n^3?

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n^6.

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What is the result of multiplying (-7y^2) and (5y^4)?

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-35y^6.

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What is the product of (-4a) and (3abc)?

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-12a^2bc.

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What is the product of (4x) and (2x^2)?

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8x^3.

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What is the exponent rule for multiplying like bases?

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When multiplying like bases, add the exponents.

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What is the coefficient in the monomial 5x^3?

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5.

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What happens to the sign when multiplying two negative monomials?

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The product is positive.