Question

Evaluate 5-x2 for x = -3. Also, explain the difference between (-3)2 and -32.

Answer 1

5-x2 with x= -3 is 11.

Explanation:

-3*2= -6

5--6? no so it changes to 5+6

5+6=11

The difference between (-3)2 means -3 * 2 while -32 means negative 32.