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

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

User Jooon
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Answer:

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.

User Mitchf
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Answer:

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

Explanation:

4x-2=-8

12^-8

User Blur
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