Fill in the Blank with One of the Words or Phrases

Multiple Choice

Fill in the blank with one of the words or phrases listed below. $$\begin{array} { l l l l l } \text { set } & \text { inequality symbols } & \text { opposites } & \text { absolute value } & \text { numerator } \\\text { denominator } & \text { grouping symbols } & \text { exponent } & \text { base } & \text { reciprocals } \\\text { variable } & \text { equation } & \text { solution } & &\end{array}$$
-In 23, the 2 is called the and the 3 is called the .

A) base, exponent
B) numerator, denominator
C) exponent, base
D) denominator, numerator