We first need to pick the correct piece to use. In this case, we will use f(x) = -x-5 because -5<=-4.
Then, we use direct substitution:
f(-4) = -(-4) - 5
f(-4) = -1
Answer:
$196
Step-by-step explanation:
Lets assume,
cost of a belt = 'x'
cost of a pair of pants = 'y'
Now, According to the question;
- x + y = 490;
- cost of a bag = twice the cost of belt = 2x;
- cost of a pair of pants = twice the cost of bag
⇒ y = 2×2x ⇔ 4x
hence, by subtituting the values in equation' we get;
⇒ x + 4x = 490
⇒ 5x = 490
⇒ x = 98
So, the difference between the cost of the pair of pants and the bag ;
⇒ y - 2x
⇒ 4x - 2x
⇒ 2x = 2×98 = 196.
