WAEC Mathematics 2008 Question 11

Question 11

Algebraic Expressions

Given that x = 2 and y = −1/4, evaluate (x2y − 2xy)/5

  1. A.0
  2. B.1/5
  3. C.1
  4. D.2
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (0)

Explanation

x2y = 4 × (−1/4) = −1 and 2xy = 2 × 2 × (−1/4) = −1. So (−1 − (−1))/5 = 0.