Curated OER
Multiplying Monomials
In this monomials worksheet, students simplify 20 monomials using product of powers, power of a power, power of a product, and power of a monomial rules. Exponents are not negative.
Willow Tree
Scientific Notation
Numbers that are very large or very small are difficult to express in standard notation. Pupils learn how to convert between standard and scientific notation. They also multiply and divide the numbers in scientific notation.
Willow Tree
Order of Operations
It's the classic please excuse my dear aunt sally strategy to remembering the order of operations. Young mathematicians practice to develop an understanding of the order of operations. Examples and practice problems include...
Curated OER
Solving Linear Inequalities
Walk the class through the steps of how to evaluate linear inequalities in one variable and graph the solution set. Define and discuss key vocabulary terms, then have individuals work problems of varying difficulty. Included are word...
Curated OER
Solving Square Root and Other Radical Equations
In this Algebra II worksheet, 11th graders solve equations involving radical equations. The worksheet provides an explanation and worked examples. The two page worksheet contains three problems. Solutions are not...
Curated OER
Roots and Radical Expressions
In this Algebra II worksheet, 11th graders simplify radical expressions. The two page worksheet contains explanation, worked example, and three practice problems. Answers are not included.
Lawrence Hall of Science
The Math Page: Skill in Algebra: Negative Exponents
Here is a site that clearly and thoroughly explains many topics involving negative exponents, including the power of a quotient rule, the quotient of two powers rule, the definition of a negative exponent, and scientific notation. There...
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Algebra: Negative Exponents
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] In this lesson students simplify exponential expressions that involve negative powers. Students examine guided notes, review guided practice, watch instructional...
Other
Nearpod: Exponent Rules: Rational Exponents
In this lesson on rational exponents, students explore how to simplify exponents that are fractions and negative exponents.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Negative Exponents
Practice computing numbers with negative exponents. Exponents may be fractions. Students receive immediate feedback and have the opportunity to try questions repeatedly and to watch a video or get hints.
Texas A&M University
Wtamu Virtual Math Lab: Beginning Algebra: Negative Exponents
A tutorial with step-by-step examples involving negative exponents and scientific notation. Offers a review of the exponent rules and cites them to justify steps taken in the examples.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Negative Exponents
In this exercise, students practice using negative exponents. Students receive immediate feedback and have the opportunity to get hints, see a video, and try questions repeatedly.
Lawrence Hall of Science
The Math Page: Skill in Algebra: Rational Exponents
Here is a site that clearly and thoroughly explains rational exponents. There are example problems with solutions and problems for students to try. Answers to each student problem is hidden until one passes over it with the computer's...
Other
Brown Math: It's the Law the Laws of Exponents
Step-by-step explanations of the exponent laws including rules for combining powers and roots. Includes practice exercises.
Purple Math
Purplemath: Simplifying Expressions With Exponents
A detailed look at how to simplify expressions with exponents and how to apply the rules for exponents. Lots of examples included. The third page provides an interactive widget to use for simplifying expressions with exponents.
Alabama Learning Exchange
Alex: Exponents and Division
This activity will introduce the exponent and division rule, the zero exponent rule, and the negative exponent rule. Students will make a human fraction to discover the division rule for exponents. The activity will also introduce...
Sophia Learning
Sophia: Multiplication Rule With Negative Exponents
The video lesson examines how to multiply exponents with the same base. Students watch detailed examples to learn about the mathematics concepts.
PBS
Pbs: Equivalent Expressions Using Exponents
Apply your critical thinking skills to learn about multiplication and division of exponents. This interactive exercise focuses on positive and negative exponents and combining exponents in an effort to get you to recognize patterns and...
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Algebra: Properties of Exponents Study Guide
This comprehensive study guide highlights the main terms and formulas needed to understand properties of exponents. Examples are included.
Other
Nearpod: Simplifying Expressions With Exponents
In this lesson, 8th graders will learn how to use rules of exponents to simplify expressions.
Math.com
Math.com: The Basics of Algebra: Exponents
Students learn about the laws of exponents through this algebra resource. A learning tutorial and practice problems to check for comprehension of the math concepts are included.
Oswego City School District
Regents Exam Prep Center: Positive, Negative, and Zero Exponents
At this site from Oswego City School District, students are shown the basic laws which govern simplifying positive, negative, and zero exponents. Examples are provided during the explanations, and then practice problems (and their...
Stefan Warner and Steven R. Costenoble
Finite Mathematics & Applied Calculus: Derivatives of Powers, Sums, and Constant Multiples
Students learn how to compute the derivative using the power, sums, and constant multiples rules. Topics include differential notation and negative exponents. The tutorial explores the calculus concepts through notes and examples.
Hofstra University
Hofstra University: Proof of the Power Rule
A good site with a definitions and proof of the power rule for both postive and negative powers.