Question: What is the value of (10^3) * (10^-1)?

Options:

1. 10^2
2. 10^1
3. 10^0
4. 10^-1

Correct Answer: 10^2

Solution:

Using the property of indices, a^m * a^n = a^(m+n). Here, 10^3 * 10^-1 = 10^(3-1) = 10^2.