Question

X = -4

-2| 3x + 8 | - 4

Answer 1

I'm pretty sure its −12.

Explanation:

Answer 2

-12

Explanation:

To evaluate the expression -2|3x + 8| - 4 when x = -4, you'll first substitute x with -4 and then simplify the expression step by step.

X = -4

-2|3x + 8| - 4

-2|3(-4) + 8| - 4

-2|-12 + 8| - 4

Now, simplify the absolute value expression inside the absolute value brackets:

-2|(-4)| - 4

-2|4| - 4

Since the absolute value of -4 is 4, the expression becomes:

-2 * 4 - 4

Now, perform the multiplication:

-8 - 4

Finally, subtract 4 from -8:

-12