Final answer:
Without more information about the function r(x), we cannot determine the value of r(-8) to evaluate r(-8) + 1, even though we know r(2) = 52.
Step-by-step explanation:
The student's question involves evaluating an expression given a specific function value. Reggie wants to evaluate r (-8) + 1 when r (2) = 52. Since no direct relation or function is given for r (x), and because the relationship between r (2) and r (-8) is not provided, we cannot determine the value of r (-8) based on the information given. Therefore, we cannot complete the evaluation of r (-8) + 1.