Question

Evaluate 3 ( x - 1 ) + 2 when x = 5.

A) 18
B) 14
C) 16
D) 4

Answer 1

D4 is the answer because yes you have to know

Answer 2

Answer & Step-by-step explanation:

3(x - 1) + 2

Plug in 5 for x.

3(5 - 1) + 2

Subtract 1 from 5.

3(4) + 2

Multiply 3 by 4.

12 + 2

Add 12 to 2.

14

So, your answer choice would be B.