Algebra-1

To simplify , follow these steps:

1.Understand the Rule:

The rule of exponents states that any non-zero number raised to the power of 0 is 1. This includes both positive and negative numbers.

 

2.Apply the Rule:

For any non-zero base (a), . This is because raising a number to the power of 0 results in 1, regardless of whether the base is positive or negative.

 

3.Apply This to the Number:

Since (-2) is a non-zero number,

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