Grade 8 · Expressions and Equations

8.EE.A.1

Know and apply the properties of integer exponents to generate equivalent numerical expressions. For example, 3² × 3⁻⁵ = 3⁻³ = 1/3³ = 1/27.

Cluster 8.EE.AWork with radicals and integer exponents.

Where this sits in the school year

Our Grade 8 Math scope and sequence teaches 8.EE.A.1 in Unit 7: Exponents & Scientific Notation, weeks 20–22.

Build the integer exponent properties from patterns, then use powers of ten to handle very large and very small quantities. See the full pacing guide →

Builds on

Suggested prerequisites. This sequencing is our editorial guidance, not part of the Common Core.

6.EE.A.1

Teaching Kits for this standard

🧪 Exponent Rules Lab55 min · Pattern discovery

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