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write an expression with (-1) as its base that will produce a positive product, and explain why your answer is valid.

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........................................... i dont know, i dont remember doing this
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The expression with (-1) as its base , having x as it's exponent will be written as


\rightarrow (-1)^x

→The function will yield a Positive product if

x=Even Integer=E


\rightarrow (-1)^(E)=1

→And ,Negative Product

x=Odd Integer=O


\rightarrow (-1)^(O)=-1

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