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F(x) = -4x + 10

g(x) = x2 + 7x+ 5
Composition of functions how to solve value of g [f(4)]

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Answer:

g(f(4)) = -1

Explanation:

Evaluate this the way you would any function. Start with the inner parentheses according to the order of operations. Substitute for the function variable and do the arithmetic.

g(f(4)) = g(-4·4 +10) = g(-6) = (-6)² +7(-6) +5 = 36 -42 +5

g(f(4)) = -1

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