What is the value of 4 to the power of -3?
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Correct answer to question 116 (Mathematics Knowledge): 1/64
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A negative exponent means take the reciprocal of the positive power, so 4 to the -3 is 1 divided by 4 cubed, which is 1/64. A negative exponent never produces a negative result.
Updated: November 2026
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