Question

Evaluate the expression when x = –3 and y = –2. 2x – 5y A. –16 B. 16 C. –4 D. 4

Answer 1

2(-3)-5(-2)=

2 x -3 = -6
5 x -2 = -10
-6-(-10) or simply -6 + 10 since dubble negatives equal a positive.
-6+10=4
so the answer is (d) 4