Exponents
Gr 9

The Grade 9 Exponents module gives learners a solid and practical understanding of the laws of exponents, a topic that forms the backbone of algebra in the senior grades. This chapter explains each exponent law step-by-step, ensuring students understand both the procedure and the reasoning behind it.

Lessons include the meaning of exponents, simplifying expressions with like bases, the product and quotient rules, the power rule, zero and negative exponents, and working confidently with scientific notation. The content is presented in a clear, logical sequence, helping learners to recognise patterns, avoid common mistakes, and apply the rules accurately in more complex algebraic expressions.

By the end of this module, students will be able to simplify exponent expressions with confidence, use exponent laws fluently, and apply these skills directly in algebra, equations, and scientific calculations. This ensures a strong foundation for later grades where exponents become even more essential.