Class 8 Maths – Chapter 12
Exponents & Powers
STEP 9: Important Exam Questions (VSA / SA / LA)

Section A: Very Short Answer (VSA)
1. Find the value of 2⁰.
2. Write 10³ in standard form.
3. Evaluate: 5¹ × 5².
4. Write 3⁻² as a fraction.

Section B: Short Answer (SA)
1. Simplify using laws of exponents:
(a) 2³ × 2⁴
(b) 5⁶ ÷ 5²

2. Express 1,00,000 using powers of 10.

Section C: Long Answer (LA)
1. Simplify and explain each step:
(3² × 3³) ÷ 3²

2. Using laws of exponents, simplify:
(2³)² × 2⁻¹

⭐ Examiner Tip:
• Mention the law used
• Write steps clearly
• Correct method = full marks