MA.6.NSO.3.3 · Number Sense and Operations

Evaluating Expressions with Exponents: Sample FAST Questions

Students evaluate positive rational numbers and integers raised to natural number exponents. They learn what expressions like 2^4, (1/3)^2, and (-5)^3 mean and how to compute their values, including understanding how negative bases behave with even versus odd exponents.

How the FAST tests this benchmark

FAST items are typically equation editor questions where students enter the value of an exponential expression, plus multiple choice items comparing or identifying equivalent values.

Skills students need

Evaluate whole numbers, fractions, decimals, and integers with natural number exponents

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An expression is shown. Choose the symbol that makes the comparison true.

2^{4}

3^{2}

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