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question 4 (1 point) write this value in expanded form. \\((-2)^3\\) \\…

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question 4 (1 point)

write this value in expanded form.

\\((-2)^3\\)

\\(-2 \times 3\\)

\\(-2 \times 2 \times 2\\)

\\(-8\\)

\\(-2 \times -2 \times -2\\)

Explanation:

Identify base and exponent

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Apply definition of exponentiation

$$ (-2)^3 = (-2) \times (-2) \times (-2) $$

Answer:

  • (A) \(-2 \times 3\)
  • (B) \(-2 \times 2 \times 2\)
  • (C) \(-8\)
  • (D) \(-2 \times -2 \times -2\) (Correct answer)