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(-2)^2-2

Solution

(- 2)^{2} - 2

Solution

2

Solution steps

(- 2)^{2} - 2

Follow the PEMDAS order of operations

Calculate exponents

(- 2)^{2} : 4

(- 2)^{2}

Apply exponent rule:

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

if

n

is even

(- 2)^{2} = 2^{2} = 4

= 4

= 4 - 2

Add and subtract (left to right)

4 - 2 : 2

4 - 2

4 - 2 = 2

= 2

= 2

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

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