WAEC Mathematics 2020 Question 9

Question 9

Algebraic Expressions

If x = 3 and y = −1, evaluate 2(x2 − y3).

  1. A.24
  2. B.22
  3. C.20
  4. D.16
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (20)

Explanation

x2 = 9 and y3 = −1, so 2(9 − (−1)) = 2 × 10 = 20.