Question

use an exponent to condense the expression below. then compute. -9× -9× -9× -9. answer attempt 1 out of 2. type the base, then use the a^b button or use the ^ symbol on your keyboard for the exponent. condensed form: a^b. answer:

Explanation:

Step1: Identify base and exponent

The base is - 9 and it is multiplied by itself 4 times, so the exponent is 4. The condensed form is $(-9)^4$.

Step2: Compute the value

$(-9)^4=(-9)\times(-9)\times(-9)\times(-9)=6561$.

Answer:

Condensed Form: $(-9)^4$