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GCSE Maths: Indices: laws of
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When multiplying powers with the same base, ? the exponents.
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add
When dividing powers with the same base, ? the exponents.
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subtract
When raising a power to a power, ? the exponents.
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multiply
What is w³ × w⁻⁵?
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w⁻². Add the exponents: 3 + (−5) = −2.
What is a⁴ ÷ a⁻²?
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a⁶. Subtract the exponents: 4 − (−2) = 4 + 2 = 6.
What is (7x³)²?
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49x⁶. Square both the coefficient and the variable: 7² = 49, and (x³)² = x⁶.
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