Question

Which expression is equal to (12^4)^-2

A. 12^-8
B. 12^-6
C. 12^8
D. 12^6

Answer 1

A. 12⁻⁸

Explanation:

When an exponent is applied to a number which already contains an exponent, they should be multiplied.

• (12⁴)⁻²
• 12⁻⁸

The answer is A.

Answer 2

Hi I believe the answer is A I hope this helps.

Explanation:

4x-2=-8

12^-8