Question

Given that f(x) = x2 + 8x – 5 and b = f(4), what is the value of -b? (Use only the digits 0-9 and the negative sign if necessary to enter the value.)

Answer 1

Plug in 4 for x
f(4) = 4^2 + 8(4) - 5
f(4) = 16 + 32 - 5 = 43
B = 43, so -B = -43

Solution: -43