Learn how to multiply rational exponents

The video tutorial covers the process of multiplying exponents and transforming rational expressions into radical form. It explains how to handle exponents with common denominators and the importance of having common denominators when adding fractions. The tutorial also touches on converting expressions to rational or radical form and includes a section for clarification and correction of a mistake.

What is the first step in converting a rational expression into radical form?

• Simplify the expression

• Multiply the exponents

• Convert the base

• Find a common denominator

When multiplying exponents with the same base, what operation is performed on the exponents?

• Add the exponents

• Multiply the exponents

• Subtract the exponents

• Divide the exponents

Why is it important to have common denominators when adding fractions?

• To multiply them easily

• To convert them into whole numbers

• To ensure the fractions can be added directly

• To simplify the expression

What is the result of adding the exponents 2/7 and 4/7?

• 2

• 8/7

• 1

• 6/7

What was the correction made in the final section?

• The denominator was wrong

• The operation was incorrect

• The exponent was miscalculated

• The base was incorrect