To simplify the denominator of the expression \( -(-3)^2 \), we start by evaluating \((-3)^2\).
\[ (-3)^2 = 9 \]
Next, we apply the negative sign:
\[ -(-3)^2 = -9 \]
Thus, the simplified denominator is \(-9\).
. What is the simplified denominator?(1 point)
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To simplify the denominator of the expression \( -(-3)^2 \), we start by evaluating \((-3)^2\).
\[ (-3)^2 = 9 \]
Next, we apply the negative sign:
\[ -(-3)^2 = -9 \]
Thus, the simplified denominator is \(-9\).