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In Mathematics / Middle School | 2014-06-11

A function \( f(x) \) is defined as \( f(x) = -8x^2 \). What is \( f(-3) \)?

F. \(-72\)
G. 72
H. 192
J. \(-576\)
K. 576

Asked by EstelleScherping508

Answer (3)

f(-3) = -8(-3)² = -8(9) = -72 Hence the answer is F

Answered by poorni | 2024-06-10

f ( − 3 ) = − 8 ⋅ ( − 3 ) 2 = − 8 ⋅ 9 = − 72

Answered by konrad509 | 2024-06-10

The value of the function f ( x ) = − 8 x 2 at x = − 3 is − 72 . Therefore, the correct answer is F.
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Answered by poorni | 2024-12-23