Question

Which makes the statement true 7 to the power of negative 2 =?

Answer 1

1/49

Explanation:

"seven to the power -2" translates into the expression

1

7^(-2), which is equivalent to ------------- = 1/49 (second given answer)

7^2

Answer 2

1/49

Explanation:

7^2 = 49

7^-2 = reciprocal of 49 = 1/49