Exponents rules

2.3 Rules for ExponentsCore Rules

• Multiplying with the same base: Add the exponents.

• Dividing with the same base: Subtract the exponents.

• Raising a power to another power: Multiply the exponents.

• Zero power: Any number raised to the zero power is 1.

• Negative exponent: A negative in the exponent means the reciprocal.

Helpful Reminders

• Coefficients : Be sure to reduce the fraction made by the coefficients.

• Parentheses: It is usually best to simplify inside the parentheses before raising the expression to the exponent outside.