Exploring the Mystery of Negative Number Squaring

In summary, negative number squared refers to the result of multiplying a negative number by itself. Negative numbers are squared in order to calculate the area of figures with negative lengths or to represent negative quantities in real-life situations. Yes, a negative number can be squared to get a positive result because the negative signs cancel out when a negative number is squared. The difference between a negative number squared and a negative squared number is that the former is the operation of squaring a negative number, while the latter is a negative number that has been squared. Negative number squaring is related to absolute value because the square of any number, whether positive or negative, will result in a positive value, making it equal to the absolute value of that number.
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Why do negative numbers which are squared by a even number always return as a negative while using a calculator? e.g. (-1)^2 = 1, except calculators say -1, even though -1*-1 = 1 :S:S
 
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Well, if you type it in like this: -1^2 then the calculator interprets it as -(1^2)=-1. try inputting (-1)^2.
 
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Oh okay, thanks.
 

Related to Exploring the Mystery of Negative Number Squaring

1. What is a negative number squared?

A negative number squared is the result of multiplying a negative number by itself. For example, (-3) squared is equal to (-3) x (-3), which equals 9.

2. Why are negative numbers squared?

Negative numbers are squared in order to calculate the area of figures with negative lengths or to represent negative quantities in real-life situations. It is also a fundamental concept in algebra and higher level math.

3. Can a negative number be squared to get a positive result?

Yes, a negative number can be squared to get a positive result. This is because when a negative number is multiplied by itself, the negative signs cancel out, resulting in a positive number.

4. What is the difference between a negative number squared and a negative squared number?

A negative number squared refers to the operation of squaring a negative number, while a negative squared number refers to a negative number that has been squared. For example, (-3) squared is equal to 9, while -(3 squared) is equal to -9.

5. How does negative number squaring relate to the concept of absolute value?

Negative number squaring is related to absolute value because the square of any number, whether positive or negative, will result in a positive value. This means that the square of a negative number will always be equal to the absolute value of that number.

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