Math Worksheet · Grades 7–8
Negative Exponents Worksheet
A printable math worksheet for grades 7-8 on negative exponents. Students use the reciprocal rule to rewrite negative exponents as fractions, practice six problems, and answer four short questions. A complete answer key is included.
Subject
Math
Grades
Grades 7–8
Skill Focus
Negative Exponents, algebraic thinking
Lesson Length
30 minutes
Lesson Overview
About this worksheet
A negative exponent means take the reciprocal of the base raised to the positive exponent, so a to the negative n equals 1 over a to the n. This worksheet teaches the rule with worked examples and has students rewrite and evaluate powers.
The reference box and Section A are on page 1. The reference box states the rule and works two examples. Section A has six powers to rewrite as fractions. Section B on page 2 has four short questions.
Page 3 is a complete answer key. The worksheet pairs well with the Exponents and Scientific Notation worksheets.
How to Use This Lesson
Read the reference box and review the negative-exponent rule.
Rewrite the six powers in Section A on page 1.
Answer the four questions in Section B on page 2.
Use the answer key on page 3 for self-check.
Pair with the Exponents Worksheet for more practice.
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Negative Exponents Worksheet
A printable math worksheet for grades 7-8 on negative exponents. Students use the reciprocal rule to rewrite negative exponents as fractions, practice six problems, and answer four short questions. A complete answer key is included.
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