Understand and apply indices, including positive, zero, negative, and fractional values. For example, calculate values such as 2^6 = 64 and 4^-2 = 1/16. Additionally, utilize the rules of indices to solve expressions like 2^-3 × 2^4, (2^3)^2, and 2^3 ÷ 2^4.

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Understand and apply indices, including positive, zero, negative, and fractional values. For example, calculate values such as 2^6 = 64 and 4^-2 = 1/16. Additionally, utilize the rules of indices to solve expressions like 2^-3 × 2^4, (2^3)^2, and 2^3 ÷ 2^4

• This point belongs to Indices I, especially Indices I outcomes.
• You need to be able to understand and apply indices, including positive, zero, negative, and fractional values. For example, calculate values such as 2^6 = 64 and 4^-2 = 1/16. Additionally, utilize the rules of indices to solve expressions like 2^-3 × 2^4, (2^3)^2, and 2^3 ÷ 2^4.
• The key ideas to know are Calculate, Determine, and Show.
• Use the linked flashcards and practice questions to check recall, then practise applying the idea in an exam-style answer.