Evaluate 1.5^2

Problem

1.5

Solution

1. Identify the expression as a number raised to the power of 2, which means multiplying the number by itself.

2. Rewrite the decimal as a fraction to simplify the calculation.

1.5=3/2

3. Apply the exponent to both the numerator and the denominator.

(3/2)2=3/2

4. Calculate the squares of the numbers.

3/2=9/4

5. Convert the fraction back into a decimal form.

9/4=2.25

Final Answer

1.5=2.25

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