Question

Evaluate 5 + 2(x + 7)2 for x = -4.
O A. 23
O B. 13
O C. 18
O D. 63

Answer 1

23

Explanation:

5 + 2(x + 7)^2

Let x =-4

5 + 2 ( -4+7)^2

Parentheses first

5 +2 (3)^2

5+ 2*9

Multiply

5+18

add

23

Answer 2

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Answer:

A. 23.

Explanation:

Given:

5 + 2(x + 7)² for x = -4

Substitute in -4 for x in the equation:

5 + 2((-4) + 7)²

5 + 2(3)²

5 + 2(9)

5 + 18 = 23.

Therefore, the correct answer is A. 23.