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3(-2)^2

Solution

3 (- 2)^{2}

Solution

12

Solution steps

3 (- 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

= 3 \cdot 4

Multiply and divide (left to right)

3 \cdot 4 : 12

3 \cdot 4

3 \cdot 4 = 12

= 12

= 12

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simplify 60/12 simplify

\frac{60}{12}

- 12 + 15 + 90 - 100

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is 3(-2)^2 ?
The solution to 3(-2)^2 is 12