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Advanced MathEasyNegative input for a given output

Advanced Math practice question

For the function h(x) = x², which negative input gives the output 16?

Answer: -4

(−4)² = 16.

Common wrong answers

If you answered 4
4 also gives 16, but the question asks for the negative input.
If you answered -8
(−8)² = 64.
If you answered -16
(−16)² = 256.

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