Whats the difference between (-6)^2 and -6^2

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Erik Van Berkum asked Apr 14, 2022

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Whats the difference between (-6)^2 and -6^2

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Answer:

See below.

Explanation:

(-6)² = 36

-6² = -36

Tiberiu Maxim answered Apr 16, 2022

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Answer:

The answer is below

Explanation:

(-6)^2 = 36 (This is a positive number)

-6^2 = -36 (This is a negative number)

Franz Gsell answered Apr 20, 2022

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