(6) math questions to be answered- 1 paragraph each

1. Write a short paragraph about integer exponents. In particular, address the cases of zero exponents and negative integer exponents.

1a. How do the special products help us factor polynomials? Give examples.

2. Compare numerical fractions and rational expressions. What is common and what is different about them? Support your answer with examples.

2a. How do we make sure that a rational expression does not get undefined?

3. Compare taking a root and raising to a power. Support your observations with your own examples.

3a. What methods of solving quadratic equations did you learn? What method do you prefer, and in what cases?