Answer
$\frac{1}{16}$
Work Step by Step
We are given the expression $4^{-2}$. In general, $a^{-n}=\frac{1}{a^{n}}$, where a is a nonzero real number and n is a positive integer.
Therefore, $4^{-2}=\frac{1}{4^{2}}=\frac{1}{4\times4}=\frac{1}{16}$
Intermediate Algebra (6th Edition)
by Martin-Gay, Elayn
Published by
Pearson
ISBN 10:
0321785045
ISBN 13:
978-0-32178-504-6
Chapter 5 - Section 5.1 - Exponents and Scientific Notation - Exercise Set - Page 262: 35
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