Question

which part of the expression (2 + x)^4 is raised to the fourth power? 2x, 2, (2 + x), x

Explanation:

Step1: Recall exponent notation

In an expression of the form \(a^n\), \(a\) is the base (the part being raised to the power \(n\)) and \(n\) is the exponent.

Step2: Identify the base in \((2 + x)^4\)

For the expression \((2 + x)^4\), comparing to \(a^n\) where \(a=(2 + x)\) and \(n = 4\), the base (the part raised to the fourth power) is \((2 + x)\).

Answer:

\((2 + x)\) (from the option: \((2 + x)\))