Mathematical Terms

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Exponent

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The small number that shows how many times the base is multiplied

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Base

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The number that is multiplied by itself.

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Negative

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A value less than zero

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Positive

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A value greater than zero, often indicated by a plus sign (+).

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Positive

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A value greater (larger) than zero

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Reciprocal

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1 divided by a number