This math topic focuses on introducing students to the concept of exponents through an exploration of squares. Students are asked to determine how many blocks are in square formations of various dimensions, like 9x9, 6x6, 8x8, 3x3, 11x11, and 12x12. Each question provides multiple choice answers, challenging the student to accurately calculate the square of each given dimension to find the total number of blocks in each configuration. This type of problem helps students understand the basic concept of squaring numbers, which is a preliminary step towards mastering exponents.
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How many blocks are in the 7 wide by 7 long square?