SOLUTION: Given the function f is defined by f(x)= 6- x^2, find f(a-1) and simplify. Could somebody solve this problem for me with an explaination? Thanks

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Question 237322: Given the function f is defined by f(x)= 6- x^2, find f(a-1) and simplify.
Could somebody solve this problem for me with an explaination?
Thanks
Answer by solver91311(24713) About Me  (Show Source):
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Just multiply out the using FOIL and then collect like terms. I think you are trying to make this more difficult than it is. It is a very simple process -- whatever appears in the parentheses next to the gets put in place of the . Then simplify.

John