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Negative Exponents — Quiz

Question 5 • Mathematics III

Which expression is equivalent to 3 A to the negative 2 power ?

Answer
A
the fraction with numerator 1 and denominator 9 A squared
B
the fraction with numerator 3 and denominator A squared
C
the fraction with numerator 1 and denominator 3 A squared
D
the fraction with numerator 9 and denominator A squared

Explanation

A negative exponent means to take the reciprocal: A⁻² = 1/A². Multiplying by 3 gives 3A⁻² = 3/A², which is choice B.

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