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Example 1

When multiplying powers with "like" bases, add the exponents.

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Example 2

When dividing powers with "like" bases, subtract the exponents.

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Example 3

When a power is raised to an exponent, multiply the exponents.


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Example 4

When any non-zero base is raised to the exponent of 0, it will equal 1.