Question

If a = 1/2, b = -3, and c = 1, evaluate 4a^2+2b(c-3).

Answer 1

`13`

Explanation:

Step 1: Set a to 1/2, b to -3 and c to 1

`4a^2 + 2b(c - 3)`

`4(1/2)^2 + 2(-3)((1) - 3)\\`

`4(1/4) - 6(-2)`

`1 + 12`

`13`

Answer:
`13`