Question

What is the value of a ^ 2 + 3b + c - 2d , when a = 3 , b = 8; c = 2, and d = 5 ? Enter your answer in the space below.

Answer 1

25

Explanation:

Lets plug in the numbers into the equation:

`(3^2)+(3*8+2-(2*5))`

Then slove as shown in the image.

Answer 2

25

Explanation:

3^2+3(8)+2-2(5)

9+24+2-10

35-10

25