Question

Evaluate the expression when a=- 7 and x=3.
a-8x

Answer 1

Answer:-31

\(31\)

Explanation:

Substitute: \(7 - 8 \times (- 3)\)

Remove the parentheses:\(7 + 8 \times 3\)

Calculate the product or quotient:\(7 + 24\)

Calculate the sum or difference:\(31\)

Answer: \(31\)

Answer 2

-31

Explanation:

a - 8x will change to (-7) - 8(3) = -31