1. Exponent Rules

2. EXPONENTS are Repeated Multiplication
Remember: SO:

3. Multiplying with Exponents
Rule: so
and
When multiplying like bases, add the exponents. This rule only works though if the bases are the same.

4. Turn and Talk
Partner 1 tell Partner 2: What is the rule for multiplying powers?
Partner 2 tell Partner 1:
Simplify using one exponent:

5. Cancel Common Factors
Remember any number or variable divided by itself equals one.

6. Dividing with Exponents
Rule:
When dividing like bases, subtract the exponents.

7. Turn and Talk
Partner 2 tell Partner 1: What is the rule for dividing powers?
Partner 1 tell Partner 2:
Simplify:

8. 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.

9. Turn and Talk
Partner 1 tell Partner 2: Tell the rule for multiplying powers.
Partner 2 tell Partner 1:
Simplify: