Evaluate: (−3)⁴

A 81

B −81

C 12

D −12

✓ Correct Answer: Option A

(−3)⁴ = (−3)(−3)(−3)(−3) = 9 × 9 = 81. Even exponents of negative numbers yield positive results.

💡 Why is A) the correct answer?

The correct answer to the question "Evaluate: (−3)⁴" is Option A: 81.

The other options — B) −81, C) 12, D) −12 — are incorrect for this SAT Exam Prep question. As explained above: (−3)⁴ = (−3)(−3)(−3)(−3) = 9 × 9 = 81. Even exponents of negative numbers yield positive results.

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Evaluate: (−3)⁴

✓ Correct Answer: Option A

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