Math Definitions - Letter P
Chapters
Power
Definition of Power
The power of a number tells us how many times we need to multiply it with itself to give the required value.
It is written as a little number above and to the right of the base number.
For example, 94=9×9×9×9. The power of 4 tells us to multiply 9 by itself 4 times.
Other terms for "power" are "index" and "exponent".
Description
The aim of this dictionary is to provide definitions to common mathematical terms. Students learn a new math skill every week at school, sometimes just before they start a new skill, if they want to look at what a specific term means, this is where this dictionary will become handy and a go-to guide for a student.
Audience
Year 1 to Year 12 students
Learning Objectives
Learn common math terms starting with letter P
Author: Subject Coach
Added on: 6th Feb 2018
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