SOLUTION: is (-3)^2 equal -3^2?

Algebra ->  Algebra  -> Exponents -> SOLUTION: is (-3)^2 equal -3^2?      Log On

Ad: Algebrator™ solves your algebra problems and provides step-by-step explanations!
Ad: Algebra Solved!™: algebra software solves algebra homework problems with step-by-step help!

   


Question 162167: is (-3)^2 equal -3^2?
Answer by Alan3354(21583) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
is (-3)^2 equal -3^2?
-----------------
No.
(-3)^2 = (-3)*(-3) = +9
-3^2 = -3*3 = -9