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simplify (-a)^2

Solution

simplify

(- a)^{2}

Solution

a^{2}

Solution steps

(- a)^{2}

Apply exponent rule:

(- a)^{n} = a^{n},

if

n

is even

(- a)^{2} = a^{2}

= a^{2}

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is (-a)^2 ?
The solution to (-a)^2 is a^2