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The value of 3x 2 – 5x + 3 when x = -4 is:
a) 71 b) 60 c) –25 d) 11

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Answer: A
Step-by-step explanation:
Basically, it points out the value of x, meaning you have to define x as that number so you plug -4 for x.
How I plugged it in: 3(-4)^2-5(-4)+3
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Answer:

A. 71

Step-by-step explanation:

3x^2 - 5x +3 with x= - 4

3x^2 - 5x +3 with x= - 4substitute the x with -4

3×(-4)^2 - 5× (-4) +3=

=3×(-4)×(-4) +20 +3=

=3×16 +20+3=

=48+23=71

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