Name __________________________________________

Date _______________________________

Introduction to Exponents: Understanding the Key Terms

When you multiply the same number over and over, you can write the problem using an exponent.
Take a closer look at the terms we use when talking about exponents.

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2 = 2×2×2 = 8
Base: the factor Exponent: tells Expanded form: uses the base Value: the result of
that is repeatedly how many times and exponent to write out the your calculation, or
multiplied the base is used repeated multiplication your answer
as a factor

Let’s practice! Use what you learned to fill in the blanks.

2 3
4 5
Base number: _____________ Exponent: _____________ Base number: _____________ Exponent: _____________

Expanded form: ___________________________________ Expanded form: ___________________________________

Value: ______________________ Value: ______________________

4 5
10 2
Base number: _____________ Exponent: _____________ Base number: _____________ Exponent: _____________

Expanded form: ___________________________________ Expanded form: ___________________________________

Value: ______________________ Value: ______________________

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6 3
Base number: _____________ Exponent: _____________ Base number: _____________ Exponent: _____________

Expanded form: ___________________________________ Expanded form: ___________________________________

Value: ______________________ Value: ______________________

PROVIDED BY : AHAMED NIRAS A.N

19TH BATCH OF JNCOE
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