1. Minds On Unit 7: Exponential Functions The answer to a power is 9. What might the power be?

2. Lesson 2 – Rational Exponents Learning Goal I can simplify and evaluate exponential expressions containing rational exponents Unit 7: Exponential Functions

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9. Lesson 2 – Rational Exponents Unit 7: Exponential Functions General Rule: Odd roots can have negative bases, but even ones cannot.

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12. Lesson 2 – Rational Exponents Unit 7: Exponential Functions Example: Simplify

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17. Lesson 2 – Rational Exponents Unit 7: Exponential Functions Practice  Pg. 229 #4, 5aef, 6adef, 8, 11, 12abe, 14