Question

evaluate exponents, pos/neg base this is the only question in this section. question evaluate. $(-6)^2$

Explanation:

Step1: Expand the exponent expression

$(-6)^2 = (-6) \times (-6)$

Step2: Multiply the two negative numbers

When multiplying two negative numbers, the result is positive: $(-6) \times (-6) = 6 \times 6 = 36$

Answer:

36