1. there are many properties of exponents.
these properties are used to make problems with exponents simpler.

a. choose one of the exponent properties and explain why it is true. you may do so by giving an example using real numbers.

b. write a numerical expression, different than what you used above, and use the property you chose to simplify the expression.

2. samantha claims that any irrational number squared will result in a rational number. is she correct? why or why not? use an example to explain your answer.