Question

Find f(5) if f(x) = -2(x + 7)

Answer 1

Explanation:

f(5) if f(x) = -2(x + 7)

f(5) = -2(5 + 7)

f(5) = -2(12)

f(5) = -24

Answer 2

The answer is -24
1. plug in 5 for x: -2(5+7)
2. solve the parenthesis: -2(12)
3. multiply both numbers: answer = 24