Answer:

Step-by-step explanation:
we are given a function

we would like to simplify it for h(-1)
in order to do so
substitute the value of x

by order of PEMDAS
simplify square:

simplify multiplication:

simplify addition:

simplify subtraction:

reduce fraction:

Answer:
-5
Step-by-step explanation:
To find the common difference, take the second term and subtract the first term
-2 - 3 = -5
Check with the third term and the second term
-7 - (-2) = -7 +2 = -5
The common difference is -5
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