function evaluation

Practise function evaluation with an original VectorPaths question, worked explanation and related VCE Methods practice.

1 practice marks

Original practice question

If $g(x) = 2x^2 -3x + 3$, evaluate $g(-2)$.

Worked explanation

  • Substitute x = -2 into f(x)

    \[f(-2) = 2(-2)^2 -3(-2) + 3\]

  • Calculate the result

    \[f(-2) = 17\]

17

Original VectorPaths practice; not an official VCAA question or marking rubric.