Explore exponential notation as repeated multiplication by creating fractals.
[i]Answer these open ended questions on your own or with others to form deeper math connections.[/i]
In your own words, describe what a [i]base [/i]is.
In your own words, describe what an [i]exponent [/i]is.
What is the base of [math]4^3[/math]? What is the exponent?[br]
Is [math]2^3=3^2[/math]? Can you find another example where swapping the base and the exponent results in the same value?