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Evaluate b^2 c^-1 for b = -4 and c = 2.

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Answer:

8

Explanation:

b^2 c^-1

Let b=-4 and c =2

(-4)^2 * (2)^-1

The negative exponent means it is in the denominator

(-4)^2 / (2)^1

16/2

8

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