Question

evaluate the function f(x)=x - 5 at the given value of the variable. a. f(6) b. f(3)

Explanation:

Step1: Substitute x = 6 into f(x)

$f(6)=6 - 5$

Step2: Calculate the result

$f(6)=1$

Step3: Substitute x = 3 into f(x)

$f(3)=3 - 5$

Step4: Calculate the result

$f(3)=- 2$

Answer:

a. $f(6)=1$
b. $f(3)=-2$