Answer :

Let's evaluate the expression [tex]\(2w^2\)[/tex] for [tex]\( w = -1 \)[/tex].

1. Start with substituting [tex]\(w = -1\)[/tex] into the expression.
[tex]\[ 2(-1)^2 \][/tex]

2. Calculate the square of [tex]\(-1\)[/tex].
[tex]\[ (-1)^2 = 1 \][/tex]

3. Multiply the result by 2.
[tex]\[ 2 \times 1 = 2 \][/tex]

So, the value of the expression [tex]\(2w^2\)[/tex] for [tex]\(w = -1\)[/tex] is
[tex]\[ 2 \][/tex]