Rational Exponents and Properties

11th GradeMath30 min

aligned to Ccss Hsn-rn.a.2

Learning Objective

I can rewrite expressions with rational exponents using the properties of exponents.

Lesson Flow

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11 min

Rational Exponents 3

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Guided Notes

6 min

Key concepts students will learn:

  • When you have a fraction to a negative exponent, it is the same as the reciprocal to a positive exponent.

  • When multiplying terms with the same base, you should add the exponents, and when dividing terms with the same base, you should subtract the exponents.

  • x to the power of 1/n can be written as the nth root of x.

Practice

10 min

3 questions • Short answer

Exit Ticket

5 min

Simplify the expression x^(5/6) / x^(1/3) using properties of exponents. Write your answer with a positive exponent.

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