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The problem asks for the result of \((-4)^2\).

To solve:

\[
(-4)^2 = (-4) \times (-4) = 16
\]

So, the correct answer is \( e. 16 \).

Would you like more details on this calculation, or do you have any questions?

Here are 5 related questions to expand your understanding:

1. What is the result of \((-3)^2\)?
2. How does squaring a negative number differ from squaring a positive number?
3. What is the result of \(4^2\) instead of \((-4)^2\)?
4. How would you solve \((-5)^2 - 9\)?
5. What is the difference between \(-4^2\) and \((-4)^2\)?

**Tip:** When squaring a negative number, the result is always positive because multiplying two negative numbers results in a positive product.

Hasil dari (-4)^2 = ....
a. 9
b. -8
c. -12
d. -17
e. 16

Learn how to calculate the square of a negative number (-4)^2 with detailed steps. Understand how multiplying two negative numbers results in a positive product. Suitable for students in Grades 6-8.

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