Objective:
To use multiplication properties, negative, and zero exponents.Notes:
We learned a little about exponents in section 1.3.Recall that in the expression a4, a is the base and 4 is the exponent.
a4 is a power and is read a to the fourth power.
Properties of Exponents
- Product of Powers:
- Power of a Power:
- Power of a Product:
- Negative Exponents:
- Zero Exponents:
Examples:
