Evaluate (-3)^2

Problem

(−3)2

Solution

1. Identify the base and the exponent in the expression. The base is −3 and the exponent is 2

2. Apply the definition of an exponent, which indicates that the base should be multiplied by itself the number of times specified by the exponent.

(−3)⋅(−3)

3. Multiply the two negative numbers. According to the rules of signs, a negative number multiplied by a negative number results in a positive number.

3⋅3=9

Final Answer

(−3)2=9

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