Question

Please answer. I think its B because negative × negative = positive. So -5 × -5 = 25. BUT...since the exponent is negative, maybe you divide something. I'm not sure.

Answer 1

Evaluate a^2 where a = -5:
a^2 = (-5)^2
Hint: | Evaluate (-5)^2.
(-5)^2 = 25:
Answer: 25