Math Problem Statement

Find the value of the expression ab + 8bc, given a = 0, b = -4, and c = 3.

Solution

Let's solve the given expression with the provided values:

The expression is:

ab+8bcab + 8bc

Where:

  • a=0a = 0
  • b=4b = -4
  • c=3c = 3

Substitute these values into the expression:

ab+8bc=(0)(4)+8(4)(3)ab + 8bc = (0)(-4) + 8(-4)(3)

Now, calculate each term:

  1. ab=(0)(4)=0ab = (0)(-4) = 0
  2. 8bc=8(4)(3)=8(12)=968bc = 8(-4)(3) = 8(-12) = -96

So the expression simplifies to:

ab+8bc=096=96ab + 8bc = 0 - 96 = -96

Therefore, the value of the expression is 96-96.

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Here are some related questions to deepen your understanding:

  1. What happens to the expression if aa is non-zero but b=0b = 0?
  2. How does the expression change if cc is negative instead of positive?
  3. Can you find the value of ab+8bcab + 8bc when all variables are equal to 1?
  4. What would the result be if all the variables aa, bb, and cc were doubled?
  5. How would the expression differ if we added another term, like 2ac2ac?

Tip: Always substitute the values into the expression before doing any calculations to avoid mistakes.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Algebra
Substitution
Simplification

Formulas

ab + 8bc

Theorems

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Suitable Grade Level

Grades 7-9