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5-(-1)^2

Solution

5 - (- 1)^{2}

Solution

4

Solution steps

5 - (- 1)^{2}

Follow the PEMDAS order of operations

Calculate exponents

(- 1)^{2} : 1

(- 1)^{2}

Apply exponent rule:

(- a)^{n} = a^{n},

if

n

is even

(- 1)^{2} = 1^{2} = 1

= 1

= 5 - 1

Add and subtract (left to right)

5 - 1 : 4

5 - 1

5 - 1 = 4

= 4

= 4

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is 5-(-1)^2 ?
The solution to 5-(-1)^2 is 4