Simplify the expression -6^-4. Is the result the same as simplifying the expression (-6)^-4? Explain

JiaMing Lin asked Sep 2, 2022

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Answer:

Yes

Explanation:

-6*-4 = 24

(-6)*-4= 24

In this case the parentheses don't change the solution

Thomas Boby answered Sep 9, 2022

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