Question

Evaluate x-5 (x+2) ; x= -5

Answer 1

10

Explanation:

substitute: x = -5 into x - 5 (x + 2)

-5 - 5 times * (-5 + 2)

calculate: -5 - 5 times* (-5 + 2)

determine the sign: -5 - 5 times* (-3)

calculate: -5 + 5 times* 3

calculate: -5 + 15