Question

evaluate x + y + z if x = 3, y = -5, and z = -2

Answer 1

x + y + z

• Substitute the given values for x, y, and z.

(3) + (-5) + (-2)

• Rewrite the equation.

3 - 5 - 2

• Solve from left to right.

3 - 5 = -2

-2 - 2 = -4

Your answer is -4.