Question

Given h(x) = -5x + 3, find h(5).

Answer 1

h(5) = -22

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

Algebra I

• Function Notation

Explanation:

Step 1: Define

h(x) = -5x + 3

h(5) is x = 5

Step 2: Evaluate

1. Substitute in x [Function]: h(5) = -5(5) + 3
2. Multiply: h(5) = -25 + 3
3. Add: h(5) = -22