SOLUTION: How do I algebraically solve this function? Evaluate the indicated function for f(x) = x2 − 1 and g(x) = x − 4 algebraically. (f − g)(-4)

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Question 781353: How do I algebraically solve this function?
Evaluate the indicated function for f(x) = x2 − 1 and g(x) = x − 4 algebraically.
(f − g)(-4)

Answer by stanbon(75887) About Me  (Show Source):
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How do I algebraically solve this function?
Evaluate the indicated function for f(x) = x2 − 1 and g(x) = x − 4 algebraically.
(f − g)(-4) = f(-4)-g(-4) = [(-4)^2-1] - [(-4)-4]
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= [15]-[-8]
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= 23
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Cheers,
Stan H.
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