Algebra 1 · Polynomials & Exponents
Power of a Power
Algebra 1 · Polynomials & Exponents
Definition
Power of a power: raising a power to another exponent multiplies the exponents, (x^a)^b = x^(ab).
Examples
- (x^3)^4 = x^12.
- (2^2)^3 = 2^6.
Key rule
Keep the base and multiply the two exponents.
Memory hook
Power to a power - multiply the exponents.