SOLUTION: I think I am right but i want to make sure. Find the value of the polynomial 9x^2 – 5x – 5 when x = 4 I got 119 am I right?

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Question 126218: I think I am right but i want to make sure. Find the value of the polynomial
9x^2 – 5x – 5 when x = 4 I got 119 am I right?

Answer by JessicaGill(40)   (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
Lets look at the formula and the steps to solve it. Remember to use the proper order of operations P E M D A S .

When x is 4
1. substitute 4 into the equation for each of your x variables.

2. Following the order of operations, take 4 to the 2nd power (Exponents)

3. Following the order of operations, simplify any multiplication

4. Following the order of operations, do any addition or subtraction that
is necessary


So your answer is correct. The trick to getting the correct answer is to watch your order of operations, which you did. Great Job!


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