Question

Evaluate the expression when c= -4 and r = 2.
-3c + X​

Answer 1

14

Explanation:

c = -4, x = 2

Lets plug in the numbers!

-3(-4) + 2

Order of operations states that multiplication will be done before addition.

Step 1. Multiply -3 by -4, and the product is 12.

-3(-4) = 12. New expression: 12 + 2

Step 2. Add 12 and 2, and the solution is 14

12 + 2 = 14. Solution to initial question: 14