Question

Evaluate (c − b)2 + a2  for a = –5, b = –2, and c = –4.

Answer 1

29

Explanation:

(c − b)^2 + a^2

Let a = –5, b = –2, and c = –4.

(-4--2)^2 + (-5)^2

(-4+2)^2 + (-5)^2

(-2)^2+ (-5)^2

4 +25

29