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What does paper folding have to do with exponents? Explain your reasoning.

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Answer: Shows base 2 exponents

Step-by-step explanation: When there are no folds, the paper is at 2^0 which is one piece. The after one fold is 2^1 which is 2 and doubles after. This represents exponents with base 2.

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