Question

F ( x ) = x/3 -2 f (42 )

Answer 1

Answer:

f(42) = 12

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

Algebra I

• Function Notation

Step-by-step explanation:

Step 1: Define

f(x) = x/3 - 2

f(42) is x = 42

Step 2: Evaluate

1. Substitute in x:                    f(42) = 42/3 - 2
2. Divide:                                 f(42) = 14 - 2
3. Subtract:                              f(42) = 12