JAMB Mathematics 1990 Question 15

Question 15

Algebraic Expressions

If f(x − 4) = x2 + 2x + 3, find f(2)

  1. A.6
  2. B.11
  3. C.27
  4. D.51
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Answer: D (51)

Explanation

f(2) means x − 4 = 2, so x = 6. Then 62 + 2(6) + 3 = 51.