Question

Let g(x) = 2x and h(x) = x^2 + 4. Evaluate (h ∘ g)(−5).

Answer 1

(h ￮ g)(- 5) = 104

Explanation:

evaluate g(- 5) , then substitute the value obtained into h(x)

g(- 5) = 2(- 5) = - 10 , then

h(- 10) = (- 10)² + 4 = 100 + 4 = 104