Question

If a=6 and b=3 find the value of 1/2 x-5y+2

Answer 1

-14

Explanation:

evaluate each number in x and y

1/2(6)-5(3)+2

3-15+2

Using BODMAS rule addition comes first from subtraction so

3-17= -14``

Answer 2

-10

Explanation:

if u meant that a is actually x and b is actually y,

1/2(6)-5(3)+2

=3-15+2

=-10