To solve the expression \((1 - 6) \times 3^2\), we follow the order of operations:
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Calculate the expression inside the parentheses: \[ 1 - 6 = -5 \]
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Calculate \(3^2\): \[ 3^2 = 9 \]
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Now, multiply the results: \[ -5 \times 9 = -45 \]
Therefore, the final result is \(-45\).