Math Problem Statement

Solve

Find the value of x^2 + 4y^2 + 25z^2 - 4xy - 20yz - 10xz while x = 4, y = 2 and z = 3.

Solution

The expression provided in the image is:

x2+4y2+25z24xy20yz10xzx^2 + 4y^2 + 25z^2 - 4xy - 20yz - 10xz

We are given the values x=4x = 4, y=2y = 2, and z=3z = 3. Let’s substitute these values into the expression and simplify.

(4)2+4(2)2+25(3)24(4)(2)20(2)(3)10(4)(3)(4)^2 + 4(2)^2 + 25(3)^2 - 4(4)(2) - 20(2)(3) - 10(4)(3)

Now, I will calculate the result step by step.

16+4(4)+25(9)4(8)20(6)10(12)16 + 4(4) + 25(9) - 4(8) - 20(6) - 10(12)

Let me calculate this.The value of the expression when x=4x = 4, y=2y = 2, and z=3z = 3 is 15-15.

Would you like further clarification or details on any step?

Here are 5 related questions you could explore:

  1. What happens if we change the value of zz in the given expression?
  2. How does the expression simplify if the xyxy, yzyz, and xzxz terms are removed?
  3. What would the value of the expression be if x=y=z=1x = y = z = 1?
  4. Can we generalize this expression for other values of xx, yy, and zz?
  5. What role do the coefficients of the variables play in determining the result?

Tip: Always substitute values carefully and follow the order of operations (PEMDAS) to avoid errors in multi-variable expressions.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Algebra
Multivariable Expressions
Substitution Method

Formulas

Multivariable Expression Simplification

Theorems

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Suitable Grade Level

Grades 9-10