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What is p2 + 15 if p = −3?

O 18
O −6
O 24
O −21

User ArtiBucco
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(-3)2 + 15
-9 + 15
Answer: -6
User Dinshaw Raje
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\huge\text{Hey there!}



\mathsf{p^2 + 15}\\\mathsf{= -3^2 + 15}\\\mathsf{= (-3)(-3) + 15}\\\mathsf{= 9 + 15}\\\mathsf{= 24}\\\\\\\\\huge\text{Therefore, your answer should be: \boxed{\mathsf{Option\ C. \ 24}}}\huge\checkmark\\\\\\\\\huge\text{Good luck on your assignment \& enjoy your day!}


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