Question

For f(x) = 2 – 3x2, evaluate f(0.6).

Answer 1

f(0.6) = 0.92

General Formulas and Concepts:

Pre-Algebra

Order of Operations: BPEMDAS

1. Brackets
2. Parenthesis
3. Exponents
4. Multiplication
5. Division
6. Addition
7. Subtraction

• Left to Right

Algebra I

• Function Notation

Explanation:

Step 1: Define

f(x) = 2 - 3x²

f(0.6) is x = 0.6

Step 2: Evaluate

1. Substitute in x: f(0.6) = 2 - 3(0.6)²
2. Exponents: f(0.6) = 2 - 3(0.36)
3. Multiply: f(0.6) = 2 - 1.08
4. Subtract: f(0.6) = 0.92