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(-2)^2-5

Solution

(- 2)^{2} - 5

Solution

- 1

Solution steps

(- 2)^{2} - 5

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 - 5

Add and subtract (left to right)

4 - 5 : - 1

4 - 5

4 - 5 = - 1

= - 1

= - 1

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is (-2)^2-5 ?
The solution to (-2)^2-5 is -1