Question

Need help with this algebra ii question

Answer 1

-23

General Formulas and Concepts:

Pre-Algebra

Order of Operations: BPEMDAS

1. Brackets
2. Parenthesis
3. Exponents
4. Multiplication
5. Division
6. Addition
7. Subtraction

• Left to Right

Equality Properties

1. Multiplication Property of Equality
2. Division Property of Equality
3. Addition Property of Equality
4. Subtraction Property of Equality

Algebra I

Functions

• Function Notation

Explanation:

Step 1: Define

Identify

f(x) = x² + c

f(4) = -7

Step 2: Solve for c

1. Substitute in variables [Function f(x)]: -7 = 4² + c
2. Evaluate exponents: -7 = 16 + c
3. [Subtraction Property of Equality] Subtract 16 on both sides: -23 = c