Question

What is x in this problem 8-(-4)^2-5=x

Answer 1

-13

Explanation:

This is just a matter of simplifying.

x = 8-(-4)^2-5

Let's get rid of the exponent.

x = 8 - 16 - 5

x = -13

You can check if this is correct.

The tricky part is the -(-4)^2.

You have to solve the -4^2 first, instead of the parenthesis.

Answer 2

X=-12

Explanation:

9-16-5=X

-12=X

X=-12