Amir was given the expression 9x2 + 3y – 5 to evaluate. Although he was given the values of –3 for x and –2 for y, he was unsure of his method for evaluating. If Amir evaluated the expression correctly, what value should he have?

🎲 Try a Random Question  |  Total Questions in Quiz: 50  |  🧠 Study this quiz with Flashcards
This question is part of a full practice quiz:
CBEST Mathematics Practice Test — practice the complete quiz, review flashcards, or try a random question.

The California Basic Educational Skills Test (CBEST) is a standardized test administered in the state of California.

CBEST Mathematics test contains 50 multiple-choice questions which require candidates to solve problems from three major areas: Estimation, Measurement, and Statistical Principles; Computation and Problem Solving; and Numerical and Graphic Relationships.


Amir was given the expression 9x<sup class='calibre49'>2</sup> + 3y – 5 to evaluate. Although he was given the values of –3 for x and –2 for y, he was unsure of his method for evaluating. If Amir evaluated the expression correctly, what value should he have?