I just did this yesterday, im in 7th grade but it’s still the same question. The answer is 8/4, but I would suggest writing 2 because the teacher might count it incorrect if you put 8/4.
<span><span>−<span>a<span><span>4</span><span></span></span></span>−4 <span>a<span>2 is the answer for your question. </span></span></span><span><span></span></span></span>