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Question
In 2n, n is known as ______.
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Base
Constant
Exponent
Variable
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Solution
In 2n, n is known as exponent.
Explanation:
We know that an is called the nth power of a; and is also read as a raised to the power n.
The rational number a is called the base and n is called the exponent (power or index). In the same way in 2n, n is known as exponent.
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