Math · Age 11 · Algebra
Substitution into Expressions (Ex. 1)
Substitute positive and negative values into algebraic expressions and formulas.
Module
Algebra
Age
Age 11
Duration
10 min
Questions
5
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Question 1
Multiple choice
Find the value of x² − 3 when x = −4.
Question 2
Multiple choice
Evaluate 5 − 2n when n = −3.
Question 3
Multiple choice
What is the value of ab + c when a = −2, b = 3, and c = 7?
Question 4
Sequence
Evaluate 3x² − 4 when x = −2. Step 1: x² = (−2)² = 4. Step 2: 3 × 4 = 12. Step 3: 12 − 4 = ___.
Question 5
True or false
When x = −3, the value of x² is 9 (not −9).