Question

Evaluating a linear expression:

Evaluate the expression when c=6 and x= -7.

C-9x
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Answer 1

69

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

Explanation:

Step 1: Define

c - 9x

c = 6

x = -7

Step 2: Evaluate

1. Substitute: 6 - 9(-7)
2. Multiply: 6 + 63
3. Add: 69