Simplify the Expression $( - 3 x ) ^ { 4 }$

question 82

Multiple Choice

Simplify the expression. Assume all variables represent nonzero real numbers.
- $( - 3 x ) ^ { 4 }$

• A) \(- 12 x\)
• B) \(12 x\)
• C) \(- 81 x ^ { 4 }\)
• D) \(81 x ^ { 4 }\)

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