Q2. Identify the base and the exponent in the expression .

Background

Topic: Exponents and Algebraic Expressions

This question tests your understanding of how exponents work in algebraic expressions, specifically how to identify the base and the exponent in a term.

Key Terms:

• Base: The number or variable that is being raised to a power.

• Exponent: The power to which the base is raised, indicating how many times the base is multiplied by itself.

Key Formula:

• = base

• = exponent

Step-by-Step Guidance

1. Look at the expression . Notice that it consists of a coefficient (4), a variable (), and an exponent (2).

2. Recall that the exponent applies only to the variable , not to the coefficient 4.

3. Identify the base: The base is the part of the expression that is being raised to a power. In , is the base.

4. Identify the exponent: The exponent is the number that tells you how many times to multiply the base by itself. In , the exponent is 2.

5. Write your answers for the base and exponent, making sure to specify which is which.

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