Exponents

The video tutorial explains the concept of exponents, also known as powers, and demonstrates how to calculate them using examples like 3^4, 5^3, 2^5, and 7^3. It highlights common mistakes, such as multiplying the base by the exponent, and emphasizes the correct method of multiplying the base by itself the number of times indicated by the exponent. The tutorial also discusses the significance of exponents in real-life applications, such as programming, measuring earthquakes, and tracking decay.

What is the result of 5 raised to the third power, and how do you arrive at that answer?

Describe how exponents are used in everyday life.