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Multiplying powers

Discover why multiplying powers with the same base means adding the indices, and use the law to simplify numerical expressions.

⏱ 18 min❓ 10 questions

What you'll be able to do

  • ✔I can explain why aᵐ × aⁿ = aᵐ⁺ⁿ by writing powers out in full
  • ✔I can simplify products of powers with the same base
  • ✔I can recognise when the index law cannot be used because the bases differ

How this works

  1. 1Read the short explanations first — they teach you what you need before each question.
  2. 2Answer each question, then tap Check. A right answer moves you on automatically; if it's wrong, you'll see a friendly explanation of why.
  3. 3Finish all 3 steps to see your score — sign in and subscribe to unlock the full lesson and save it.

What's inside

10 questions and 1 quick teaching card, including:

  • 🔘Multiple choice — Tap the answer you think is best, then check it.
  • ✏️Fill in the blank — Type the missing word to complete the sentence.

👪Grown-up tip: sit alongside younger learners for the first few lessons. Read the questions together and chat about the explanations — that's where the real learning sticks.

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Curriculum: AC9M8N02