Understanding Exponential Equations

The video explores whether a given equation can be true. Initially, it seems incorrect, but the teacher breaks down the equation by rewriting 8 as 2 cubed and simplifying it through multiplication of exponents. Despite the result not equaling 91, the teacher demonstrates how the equation can be adjusted to become true, showing that 16 equals eight plus eight.

What is the equivalent expression for the number 8 in terms of powers of 2?

• 2 to the fifth

• 2 squared

• 2 cubed

• 2 to the fourth

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CCSS.6.EE.A.1

How can you express the sum of two 2 cubed values?

• 2 cubed plus 2

• 2 to the fourth

• 2 to the fifth

• 2 times 2 cubed

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CCSS.8.EE.A.1

What is the result of multiplying 2 to the first power by 2 to the third power?

• 2 to the second

• 2 to the third

• 2 to the fourth

• 2 to the fifth

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CCSS.6.EE.A.1

What is the value of 2 to the fourth power?

• 8

• 12

• 32

• 16

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CCSS.2.OA.A.1

How can the equation be made true if 16 does not equal 91?

• By adding 16 to 91

• By equating 16 to eight plus eight

• By subtracting 16 from 91

• By multiplying 16 by 2

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CCSS.2.OA.A.1