Math Problem Statement

The functions f(x) = -4x - 1 and g(x) = 2x^3 + 2 are given. Find f(6) and g(-3). Simplify your answers as much as possible.

Solution

Let's solve the problem step by step.

Given Functions:

  1. f(x)=4x1f(x) = -4x - 1
  2. g(x)=2x3+2g(x) = 2x^3 + 2

Find f(6)f(6) and g(3)g(-3).


Step 1: Calculate f(6)f(6)

We substitute x=6x = 6 into f(x)f(x): f(x)=4x1f(x) = -4x - 1 f(6)=4(6)1=241=25f(6) = -4(6) - 1 = -24 - 1 = -25

So, f(6)=25f(6) = -25.


Step 2: Calculate g(3)g(-3)

We substitute x=3x = -3 into g(x)g(x): g(x)=2x3+2g(x) = 2x^3 + 2 g(3)=2(3)3+2g(-3) = 2(-3)^3 + 2 First, calculate (3)3(-3)^3: (3)3=27(-3)^3 = -27 Then substitute: g(3)=2(27)+2=54+2=52g(-3) = 2(-27) + 2 = -54 + 2 = -52

So, g(3)=52g(-3) = -52.


Final Answers:

  • f(6)=25f(6) = -25
  • g(3)=52g(-3) = -52

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Always substitute values carefully and simplify step by step to avoid mistakes!

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Function Evaluation
Polynomial Functions

Formulas

f(x) = -4x - 1
g(x) = 2x^3 + 2

Theorems

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Suitable Grade Level

Grades 8-10