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ICSE · Class 9 · Mathematics

24 flashcards for Indices (ICSE Class 9 Mathematics) to test yourself on key terms and facts. Sample: "Solve: 2^7 × 2^4"

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Product LawQuotient LawPower LawPower of ProductPower of Quotient
Card 1Product Law

Solve: 2^7 × 2^4

Answer

Step 1: Use the product law for the same base. Step 2: Add the exponents: 7 + 4 = 11. Step 3: Write the answer as 2^11. Answer: 2^11…

Card 2Product Law

Solve: a^3 × a^-6

Answer

Step 1: Use the product law for the same base. Step 2: Add the exponents: 3 + (-6) = -3. Step 3: Write the answer as a^-3. Answer: a^-3…

Card 3Quotient Law

Solve: a^7 ÷ a^4

Answer

Step 1: Use the quotient law for the same base. Step 2: Subtract the exponents: 7 - 4 = 3. Step 3: Write the answer as a^3. Answer: a^3…

Card 4Quotient Law

Solve: a^3 ÷ a^6

Answer

Step 1: Use the quotient law for the same base. Step 2: Subtract the exponents: 3 - 6 = -3. Step 3: Write the answer as a^-3. Answer: a^-3…

Card 5Power Law

Solve: (a^3)^4

Answer

Step 1: Use the power law. Step 2: Multiply the exponents: 3 × 4 = 12. Step 3: Write the answer as a^12. Answer: a^12…

Card 6Power Law

Solve: (a^-2)^5

Answer

Step 1: Use the power law. Step 2: Multiply the exponents: -2 × 5 = -10. Step 3: Write the answer as a^-10. Answer: a^-10…

Card 7Power of Product

Solve: (2 × 3)^5

Answer

Step 1: Use the power of a product rule. Step 2: Raise each factor to the power 5. Step 3: Write 2^5 × 3^5. Step 4: If needed, evaluate: 2^5 = 32 and 3^5 = 243. Answer: 2^5 × 3^5 = 32 × 243…

Card 8Power of Quotient

Solve: (2/3)^5

Answer

Step 1: Use the power of a quotient rule. Step 2: Raise numerator and denominator separately. Step 3: Write 2^5 / 3^5. Step 4: If needed, evaluate: 2^5 = 32 and 3^5 = 243. Answer: 2^5 / 3^5 = 32/243…

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What are the important topics in Indices for ICSE Class 9 Mathematics?
Key topics in Indices include Basic Idea of Indices, Laws of Indices, Powers of Products and Quotients, Fractional Indices and Roots. Study these first, then practise questions on each for Class 9 exams.
How many flashcards are available for Indices?
There are 24 flashcards for Indices covering key definitions, facts and ideas. A few sample cards are shown on this page.
How should I revise Indices for Class 9 exams?
Learn the core ideas first, then work through the 35 practice questions on Indices. Revise definitions regularly and use flashcards for quick recall before the exam.

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