To compare the value of \(3^{-4}\), we can first simplify it. The expression \(3^{-4}\) can be interpreted as:
\[ 3^{-4} = \frac{1}{3^4} \]
Next, we calculate \(3^4\):
\[ 3^4 = 3 \times 3 \times 3 \times 3 = 81 \]
Thus, we have:
\[ 3^{-4} = \frac{1}{3^4} = \frac{1}{81} \]
Now, \(3^{-4}\) or \(\frac{1}{81}\) is a very small number. If you would like to compare it to other fractions, decimals, or numbers, please provide those for comparison!