Question

If f(x)=1−x^2 +x^3 , then f(−1)=

Answer 1

f(-1) = -1

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

• Functions
• Function Notation

Explanation:

Step 1: Define

Identify

f(x) = 1 - x² + x³

f(-1) is x = -1 for the function f(x)

Step 2: Evaluate

1. Substitute in x [Function f(x)]: f(-1) = 1 - (-1)² + (-1)³
2. Exponents: f(-1) = 1 - 1 - 1
3. Subtract: f(-1) = -1