Question

evaluate.

\\((2 - 2^2)^2 + 4 \cdot 3\\)

Explanation:

Evaluate the exponent inside the parentheses

$$ 2^2 = 4 $$

Simplify the expression inside the parentheses and square it

$$ (2 - 4)^2 = (-2)^2 = 4 $$

Perform multiplication and addition

$$ 4 + 4 \cdot 3 = 4 + 12 = 16 $$

Answer:

Evaluate.

$$ (2 - 2^2)^2 + 4 \cdot 3 = $$

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