Question

If h(x) = -7(x2 - 8) + 2, find the value of h(-5).

Answer 1

h(-5) = -117

Explanation:

h(x) = -7(x² - 8) + 2 h(-5)

h(-5) = -7((-5)² - 8) + 2

h(-5) = -7(25 - 8) + 2

h(-5) = -7(17) + 2

h(-5) = -119 + 2

h(-5) = -117