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simplify 2*(-2^2)

Solution

simplify

2 \cdot (- 2^{2})

Solution

- 8

Solution steps

2 (- 2^{2})

Apply rule:

a (- b) = - ab

2 (- 2^{2}) = - 2 \cdot 2^{2}

= - 2 \cdot 2^{2}

Apply exponent rule:

a^{b} \cdot a^{c} = a^{b + c}

2 \cdot 2^{2} = 2^{1 + 2}

= - 2^{1 + 2}

Add the numbers:

1 + 2 = 3

= - 2^{3}

2^{3} = 8

= - 8

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is 2*(-2^2) ?
The solution to 2*(-2^2) is -8