Basic Indices

Learn the fundamentals of index notation and basic index laws in this comprehensive 90-minute tutorial. Explore how to expand index notation, use basic index laws, and calculate powers and square roots using spreadsheets. Master multiplication and division of indices, establish general rules, and understand the power of zero and power of a power concepts. Gain practical skills in applying index laws and shortcuts to solve mathematical problems efficiently.

How to Expand Index Notation (Numbers Raised to a Power).
Introduction to Index Notation.
How to Use Basic Index Laws.
Calculating Powers with a Spreadsheet.
Calculating Square Roots with a Spreadsheet.
Index Laws / "Shortcuts" (1 of 3: Multiplication & Division).
Index Laws / "Shortcuts" (2 of 3: All About Zero).
Index Laws / "Shortcuts" (3 of 3: Power of a Power).
Multiplying/Dividing Indices (1 of 3: Noticing the numerical pattern).
Multiplying/Dividing Indices (2 of 3: Establishing a general rule).
Multiplying/Dividing Indices (3 of 3: Considering division).
Index Laws (1 of 2: Power of a power).
Index Laws (2 of 2: Zero power).