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Example

Title: Exponent Basics

Grade: 6-b Lesson: S3-L1

Explanation: The best way to understand algebra is by looking at some examples. Take turns and read each example for easy understanding.

Examples:

Evaluate Expression \$ (-6)^4 \$.

Step 1a

Given expression

\$ (-6)^4 \$

Explanation: Here, understand the expression

\$ (−6)^4 \$ means (−6) raised to the power of 4.

Step 1b

Apply the exponent:

\$ (−6)^4 \$ means multiplying -6 by itself four times.

Explanation: Here, we applied the exponents.

Step 1c

Calculate:

\$(−6)^4 = (−6)×(−6)×(−6)×(−6)\$

\$(-6)^4 = (36) × (36)\$

\$(-6)^4 = 1296\$

Explanation: Here, we calculated and evaluated the multiplication.

Step 1d

The value of \$(-6)^4\$ is 1296

Explanation: So, the result of the expression \$(-6)^4\$ is 1296.