Question

simplify. express your answer using positive exponents.
(2a^7)(5a^6)

Explanation:

Step1: Multiply the coefficients

$2 \times 5 = 10$

Step2: Combine like variable terms

$a^7 \times a^6 = a^{7+6} = a^{13}$

Step3: Combine results

Multiply the coefficient result with the variable result.

Answer:

$10a^{13}$