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Pearson Algebra 1 Common Core, 2011

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2. Multiplying Powers With the Same Base

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Exercise 65 Page 431

What does the Negative Exponent Property say?

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To simplify the given exponential expression, we will use the Negative Exponent Property.

Negative Exponent Property
a^(-n)=1/a^n, for every nonzero number a and integer n.

Let's try to simplify the given expression using this property.

(-2)^(-4)

NegExponentToFrac

a^(- m)=1/a^m

1/(-2)^4

NegBaseToPosPow

(- a)^4 = a^4

1/2^4

Calculate power

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Subchapter links

Lesson Check p.429

Practice and Problem-Solving Exercises p.429-431

Standardized Test Prep p.431

Mixed Review p.431