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Write each expression with positive exponents only. Then simplify, if possible.$$\frac{1}{(-2)^{-4}}$$
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This changes the sign of the exponent from negative to positive. So, we have: $$ (-2)^{-4} \rightarrow (-2)^{4} $$ Show more…
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