Equations Involving Indices (Leaving Cert Mathematics): Flashcards

Equations where the variable is an exponent

$x = y$

Express both sides as powers of same base

$\frac{1}{a^n}$

$a^{mn}$

$a^{\frac{1}{2}}$

Reciprocals

$5^2$

$5^3$

$2\sqrt{2}$

$3\sqrt{3}$

Substitute answer back into original equation