Question

evaluate exponents, pos/neg base
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question
evaluate.
$-(-2)^4$
answer

Explanation:

Step1: Calculate the exponential term

First, compute $(-2)^3$. Since $(-2)^3 = (-2) \times (-2) \times (-2) = -8$.

Step2: Apply the negative sign

Multiply the result by -1: $-(-8) = 8$.

Answer:

8