Question

Evaluate each expression if f=3, g=-4, h=5
16-|g+9|

Answer 1

11

Explanation:

the absolute value function always gives a positive value, that is

| - a | = | a | = a

given

16 - | g + 9 | ← substitute g = - 4 into the expression

= 16 - | - 4 + 9 |

= 16 - | 5 |

= 16 - 5

= 11