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Which expression is equivalent to (3^2)^-2

User Evan Haas
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Answer:

1/81

Explanation:

3^2 = 9

9^-2 = 1/81

negative exponents move it to denominator

User Wortig
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Answer:

Explanation:

power raised to power, you multiply the exponents

=3^-4=1/3^4=1/81

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