IXL | Write expressions with exponents

Write an expression for the sequence of operations described below.

raise 2 to the 3rd

power,

then subtract the result from 10

Do not simplify any part of the expression.

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Write an expression for the sequence of operations described below.

raise 6 to the 5th

power,

then add the result to 9

Do not simplify any part of the expression.

When writing mathematical expressions, look for keywords to help you identify the operations.

Look for keywords.

raise 6 to the 5th

power,

then add the result to 9

Use the keywords to convert the description into an expression, one operation at a time.

raise 6 to the 5th

power,

then add the result to 9

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