Intro to Exponents
A New Operation!?!
Think adding, subtracting, multiplying and dividing are all there is to math? Think again! There are plenty of operations that can be used. A thorough understanding of exponents is crucial to GED success!
STEP 1: Watch the Virtual Class Video and Take Notes
Do you remember that one way to conceptualize multiplication is as repeated addition? For example the expression 2 + 2 + 2 + 2 + 2 is equivalent, or equal, to the expression 2 x 5.
Similarly, exponents can be conceptualized as repeated multiplication. The expression 2 x 2 x 2 x 2 x 2 can be rewritten as an exponential expression.
Watch the Virtual GED Class video for a complete explanation and tons of worked example problems.
PRACTICE IT
Practice converting between the exponential form, expanded or factored form, and simplified form of an expression in Quizlet. Important building block skill to be ready for algebra.
Practice converting between the exponential and factored or expanded form of algebraic expressions with this Quizlet set. Important skill for the algebra on the GED.
ADVANCED
In the first set, graduate to a deeper level of understanding about exponents by practicing decimals on fractions, negatives or decimals. Good preparation for the non-calculator section of the math test.
Use the second set to establish the rules of simplifying exponents. Important preparation for college.
WORKED EXAMPLES
Beginning 1
Beginning 2
Beginning 3
Experienced 1
Experienced 2
Advanced 1
Advanced 2
Advanced 3
Advanced 4
Advanced 5
Advanced 6
Advanced 7
Advanced 8
Advanced 9
Advanced 10
MathABILITY (Advanced)
Advanced 11
Extension 1
Extension 1
