Evaluate (1/2)^2

Problem

(1/2)^2

Solution

1. Apply the power of a quotient rule, which states that (a/b)^n=(a^n)/(b^n)

(1/2)^2=1^2/2^2

2. Evaluate the exponent in the numerator by calculating 1×1

1^2=1

3. Evaluate the exponent in the denominator by calculating 2×2

2^2=4

4. Combine the results to form the final fraction.

1/4

Final Answer

(1/2)^2=1/4

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