Question

Evaluate the expression for the given value of the variable(s). -x^2 - 4x; x = -3

Answer 1

-(-3)^2-4(3)
Basically a - outside the parentheses means that you are to multiply by a -1. So the first pet would be 3^2 which is 9 and then 4*3=12 so, 9-12= -3

Answer 2

Answer:

Step-by-step explanation:

It's positive 3 because you have to remember the 4 is negative.