document.write( "Question 60803: Hi, I am taking an online algebra class as part of my pre-nursing courses. I have been struggling with this equation for 2 days. I see other students responses and most of them are coming up with the answer of \"79\". I cannot figure out how they are coming to that conclusion, help! Thanks! :)\r
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1-(-2)^2-(-1)^3+3^4
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\n" ); document.write( "1-4+1+81=79
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