Question

What is the value of the expression when a= -3 and b=5.

a+b^2 ( to the second power)

Answer 1

22

Explanation:

Evaluate a + b^2 where a = -3 and b = 5:

a + b^2 = 5^2 - 3

5^2 = 25:

25 - 3

25 - 3 = 22:

Answer: 22