Exponential expression — 6-topic bundle

When you see a number written like $2^3$, you're looking at an exponential expression. Let's break down the pieces:

• Base: This is the big number at the bottom. It's the number that gets multiplied. In $2^3$, the base is 2.
• Exponent (or Power): This is the small number written slightly above and to the right of the base. It tells you how many times to multiply the base by itself. In $2^3$, the exponent is 3.