B) 1/9. A negative exponent means the reciprocal: 3^(−2) = 1/3² = 1/9.

Simplify: 3^(-2)

A −9

B 1/9

C 9

D −6

✓ Correct Answer: Option B

A negative exponent means the reciprocal: 3^(−2) = 1/3² = 1/9.

💡 Why is B) the correct answer?

The correct answer to the question "Simplify: 3^(-2)" is Option B: 1/9.

The other options — A) −9, C) 9, D) −6 — are incorrect for this SAT Exam Prep question. As explained above: A negative exponent means the reciprocal: 3^(−2) = 1/3² = 1/9.

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Simplify: 3^(-2)

✓ Correct Answer: Option B

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