Exponent Rules Flashcard

Front

According to exponent rules, when we raise the power to a power, we _______ the exponents.

Back

multiply

Front

The quotient rule states that when dividing powers with the same base, you __________________________ the exponents.

Back

subtract

Front

Which power has the value of 16? 8^2, 4^{-2}, or (1/4)^{-2}?

Back

(1/4)^{-2}

Front

The product rule states that when multiplying powers with the same base __________________ the exponents.

Back

add

Front

Simplify 4^{-2}.

Back

\frac{1}{16}

Front

What is the value of 2^3?

Back

8

Front

What is the value of 5^0?

Back

1

Front

According to exponent rules, a negative exponent indicates what?

Back

The reciprocal of the base raised to the positive exponent.

Front

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

Back

x^5

Front

What is the result of (y^4)/(y^2)?

Back

y^2