Exponent Rules
EXPONENTS are Repeated Multiplication Remember: SO:
Multiplying with Exponents Rule: so and When multiplying like bases, add the exponents. This rule only works though if the bases are the same.
Turn and Talk Partner 1 tell Partner 2: What is the rule for multiplying powers? Partner 2 tell Partner 1: Simplify using one exponent:
Cancel Common Factors Remember any number or variable divided by itself equals one.
Dividing with Exponents Rule: When dividing like bases, subtract the exponents.
Turn and Talk Partner 2 tell Partner 1: What is the rule for dividing powers? Partner 1 tell Partner 2: Simplify:
Multiplying Exponents Rule: using a previous rule. An easier way would be to multiply the 3 and 5 to get the new exponent of 15.
Turn and Talk Partner 1 tell Partner 2: Tell the rule for multiplying powers. Partner 2 tell Partner 1: Simplify: