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 Definition A mathematical notation used to represent the operation of exponentiation. It is usually written as a superscript on a number or variable, called the base. For example, in the expression, the base is 5 and the exponent is 4. [d] [e]
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Cross vs. dot

Is there a special cause for using instead of  ? Alexander Wiebel 15:10, 3 July 2008 (CDT)