SOLUTION: Write using positive exponents, and simplify if possible. (–3x)^–2

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Question 78816: Write using positive exponents, and simplify if possible.
(–3x)^–2
Answer by tutor_paul(519) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
%28-3x%29%5E-2
A negative exponent is the same as 1/base with a positive exponent...Like This:
1%2F%28-3x%29%5E2
Simplifying:
1%2F9x%5E2
And you are done.
Good Luck,
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