Question

Simplify the expression where possible.

(-5x^2)^3

Answer 1

(-5x^2)^3=
-5x^2*3=
-5x^6

Answer 2

(-5x^2)^3 

-125x^6. When multiplying exponents you add them and 5^3 =125. since 3 is odd, then you keep the negative sign