Chapter Overview: The Power Of Exponents

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1. 01

   Basics Of Exponential Notation

   Define base and exponent, and express numbers as products of prime factors in exponential form.

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2. 02

   Multiplication Laws Of Exponents

   Master the laws for multiplying powers with the same base, raising a power to a power, and multiplying powers with the same exponent.

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3. 03

   Division, Zero, And Negative Exponents

   Understand how subtracting exponents corresponds to division, leading to zero and negative exponents.

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4. 04

   Scientific Notation And Powers Of 10

   Represent very large or small numbers using expanded form with powers of 10, and standard Scientific Notation.

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5. 05

   Getting A Sense For Large Numbers

   Contrast linear growth with exponential growth, and gain an intuitive sense for massive numbers using powers of 10.

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6. 06

   Review And Practice: Power Play

   Synthesize the laws of exponents and scientific notation across varied, integrated problems.

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