Question

Evaluate x(– y + z ) for x = 3, y = 3, and z = 1.

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–6

Answer 1

- 6

Explanation:

Given

x(- y + z) ← evaluate the parenthesis for y = 3 and z = 1

= x(- 3 + 1)

= - 2x ← substitute x = 3

= - 2 × 3

= - 6

Answer 2

-6

Explanation:

3(-3+1)

3 x -2

-6