Question

If a = 1/2, b = -3, and c = 1, evaluate 4a^2+2b(c-3).

Answer 1

Answer:

$13$

Step-by-step explanation:

Step 1:  Set a to 1/2, b to -3 and c to 1

$4a^2 + 2b(c - 3)$

$4(1/2)^2 + 2(-3)((1) - 3)$

$4(1/4) - 6(-2)$

$1 + 12$

$13$

Answer:  $13$