Question

Express your answer as a polynomial in standard form.

F(x)=3x^2-x-8
G(x)=x+5

Find:g(f(x))

Answer 1

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Answer:

g(f(x)) = 3x^2 -x -3

Explanation:

Put the argument into the function definition and simplify.

g(f(x)) = g(3x^2 -x -8) = (3x^2 -x -8) +5

g(f(x)) = 3x^2 -x -3