Question

simplify.
$x^4 \cdot x^2 \cdot x \cdot x^2$

Explanation:

Step1: Rewrite single x as exponent

$x = x^1$

Step2: Add exponents of like bases

$x^{4+2+1+2}$

Step3: Calculate sum of exponents

$4+2+1+2 = 9$

Answer:

$x^9$