AO2: Extend powers to include integers and fractions.

Solving multiplication and division problems using powers is a powerful strategy that meaningfully practices students’ skills with the laws of exponents.

These investigations are designed for students to use in small groups to practise number properties. Some may become longer and more involved tasks with consequent recording/reporting. The time for each investigation will vary but is suitable for a 10 to 20 minute learning episode. These investigations target the higher level creative thinking skills.