Question

simplify. express your answer using positive exponents. 5p^4·8p

Explanation:

Step1: Multiply the coefficients

$5 \times 8 = 40$

Step2: Combine the variable terms

$p^4 \times p = p^{4+1} = p^5$

Step3: Combine results

$40 \times p^5 = 40p^5$

Answer:

$40p^5$