Rules of Indices

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Rules of Indices

 

Students learn how to simplify expressions using the multiplication and division rule of indices.

Later, as learning progresses, they discover the power of zero and the power rule of indices.

Differentiated Learning Objectives
  • All students should be able to simplify the products of indices.
  • Most students should be able to simplify the products and quotients of indices.
  • Some students should be able to simplify combinations of indices using products and quotients.
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Indices and Standard Index Form

Indices and Standard Form Higher

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