Question

2) Use the rules of exponents to evaluate or simplify. Write without negative exponents. 1 / 4^-2 = ____

Answer 1

Answer:

16

Step-by-step explanation:

1/4^-2

Express with a positive exponent

4^2

Evaluate the power

Solution: 16

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Answer 2

$\frac{1}{4^{-2}}=\frac{1}{\left(\frac{1}{4}\right)^2}=\frac{1}{\frac{1}{4^2}}=4^2=16$