how does the simplified answer of (3 1/2)(3 5/2)=27

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I think they meant this, Melody......

3^(1/2) * 3^(5/2) = 3^(1/2 + 5/2) = 3^(6/2) = 3^(3) = 27

CPhill May 25, 2015

CPhill · Answer 1 · 2015-05-25T05:07:51

I think they meant this, Melody......

3^(1/2) * 3^(5/2) = 3^(1/2 + 5/2) = 3^(6/2) = 3^(3) = 27

Melody · Answer 2 · 2015-05-25T04:32:52

3 and 5/2 is not a proper mixed numeral. Perhaps I do not understand your question!

Melody · Answer 3 · 2015-05-25T05:08:32

Yes that could be :)