Chapter PSS, Problem 12KT

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The key term corresponding to the definition “a positive or negative exponent of $10$” is to be stated.

Concept introduction:

A number is written as a superscript of a value when the value is multiplied the number times itself. The number of times the process is repeated is indicated by the superscript. When the number $2$ is multiplied by itself twice, it is expressed as $2^2$.