Question

What is p2 + 14 if p = −5?

Answer 1

put -5 in for p so its -5(2)+14 -5 times 2 is -10 plus 14 is positive 4

Explanation:

Answer 2

`\large\boxed{39}`

Explanation:

Hi!

Plug in -5 for p:

`\leadsto\boldsymbol{p^2+14}`

`\leadsto\boldsymbol{(-5)^2+14}`

Solve. Keep in mind though, that if you square a negative, you'll get a positive. This will help you avoid mistakes:

`\leadsto\boldsymbol{25+14}`

Add:

`\leadsto\boldsymbol{39}`

Have a nice day! :)

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