Properties of Rational Exponents Review

Front

If the bases are different but the exponents are the same, multiply or divide the ____________________, and keep the ____________________ the same.

Back

bases, exponent

Front

When you multiply like bases, you ______________ the exponents.

Back

Add

Front

When you divide like bases, you __________________ the exponents.

Back

Subtract

Front

When you have a negative exponent, use the ________________________ to make it positive.

Back

reciprocal

Front

What is the property of exponents that states a^m * a^n = a^(m+n)?

Back

Multiplication Property of Exponents

Front

What is the property of exponents that states a^m / a^n = a^(m-n)?

Back

Division Property of Exponents

Front

What is the value of 2^3?

Back

8

Front

What is the value of 5^-2?

Back

1/25

Front

What is the value of (x^3)^2?

Back

x^6

Front

What is the value of (3^2 * 3^4)?

Back

3^6