Question

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

Answer 1

Answer:

±2

Step-by-step explanation:

(1/4)^-1/2

The negative exponent means it goes  in the bottom

1

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(1/4) ^ 1/2

The square root of 1/4  = 1/2 * 1/2 = 1/4

                                           -1/2 * -1/2 = 1/4

1                    1

-----------  or ----------

1/2                   -1/2

We know 1 / (1/2) = 2

2   or -2

Answer 2

Answer:

(1/4) ^-1/2

1

…

(1/4)^-1/2

1/4=1/2* 1/2=1/4

1

…

1/2

So the answer †

- 2

Hope it helps