SOLUTION: How do we type exponents on the computer?

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Question 287974: How do we type exponents on the computer?
Answer by richwmiller(17219) About Me  (Show Source):
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2 squared is 2^2
2 cubed is 2^3
If they are fractions or decimals use parentheses.
2^(3/4)
2^(2.5)
Also if the base is involved use parentheses.
(2x+5)^2
Any time there is a chance of confusing anything put it in parentheses.