Exponents can be used to describe not only powers (such as 52 and 23), but also roots (such as square roots and cube roots). Along the way, we’ll define higher roots and develop a few of their propert...Exponents can be used to describe not only powers (such as 52 and 23), but also roots (such as square roots and cube roots). Along the way, we’ll define higher roots and develop a few of their properties. More detailed work with roots will then be taken up in the next chapter.
