Correct an exponent rule error — Independent Practice — page 1
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Worksheet directions

Grade 8 • Independent Practice • Work on your own. Show your calculations or reasoning where needed.

Sample questions

  1. A student changes 10^4 · 10^2 into 10^8. Correct the error. Answer: ___
  2. A student changes 10^3 · 10^2 into 10^6. Correct the error. Answer: ___
  3. A student changes 10^5 · 10^2 into 10^10. Correct the error. Use Set B values. Answer: ___
  4. A student changes 10^7 · 10^2 into 10^14. Correct the error. Answer: ___
  5. A student changes 10^5 · 10^2 into 10^10. Correct the error. Answer: ___
  6. A student changes 10^6 · 10^2 into 10^12. Correct the error. Answer: ___

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Common Core connections

Source labels: 8.EE.A.1–4. Review the learning goals below to check the fit for your class.

  • 8.EE.A.1 — Properties of integer exponents
  • 8.EE.A.2 — Square roots and cube roots
  • 8.EE.A.4 — Operations with scientific notation

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