3*(-4)^2

To solve the expression \(3 \times (-4)^2\), follow the order of operations:

1. Calculate \((-4)^2\): \[ (-4)^2 = 16 \]

2. Multiply by 3: \[ 3 \times 16 = 48 \]

So, \(3 \times (-4)^2 = 48\).