(2^-2)^-2
To simplify this expression, we apply the rule of exponents that states (a^m)^n = a^(m*n).
So, first, we find the value of (2^-2)^-2:
(2^-2)^-2 = 2^(-2*-2) = 2^4 = 16
Therefore, (2^-2)^-2 simplifies to 16.
So, first, we find the value of (2^-2)^-2:
(2^-2)^-2 = 2^(-2*-2) = 2^4 = 16
Therefore, (2^-2)^-2 simplifies to 16.