Which expression is equivalent to (6^-1)^2

Question

1. 1/36
2. 6
3. 1/6
4. 36

Answer 1

The expression (6^-1)^2 can be simplified as follows:

(6^-1)^2 = 6^(-1 × 2) = 6^-2 = 1/6^2 = 1/36.

So the equivalent expression is 1/36.

Therefore, the correct answer is 1. 1/36.