What is a practical application for exponents?
What is a practical application for exponents?
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Exponents are often used as a "shorthand" way to describe how many times a number should be used in a multiplication. For instance, 3^4 is a shorthand way to write the multiplication 3X3X3X3.

Real world applications include using "powers of 2" exponents in computer networking. Powers of 2 are often used to describe how many devices can connect to a division of a private network known as a "subnet" without the risk of repeating IP addresses.
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