Answer
$b^{10x-4}$
Work Step by Step
Using laws of exponents, the given expression simplifies to
\begin{align*}
&
\left( b^{5x-2} \right)^2
\\\\&=
b^{2(5x-2)}
\\\\&=
b^{10x-4}
.\end{align*}
Intermediate Algebra (6th Edition)
by Martin-Gay, Elayn
Published by
Pearson
ISBN 10:
0321785045
ISBN 13:
978-0-32178-504-6
Chapter 5 - Section 5.2 - More Work with Exponents and Scientific Notation - Exercise Set - Page 268: 61
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