Question

Evauluate the expression 6^2 + x -x^2 for x = 3

Answer 1

30

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

Explanation:

Step 1: Define

6² + x - x²

x = 3

Step 2: Evaluate

1. Substitute in x: 6² + 3 - 3²
2. Exponents: 36 + 3 - 9
3. Add: 39 - 9
4. Subtract: 30