Question

question given $f(x) = -x^2 - 8x + 6$, find $f(-5)$

Explanation:

Step1: Substitute $x=-5$ into $f(x)$

$f(-5) = -(-5)^2 - 8(-5) + 6$

Step2: Calculate exponents and products

$f(-5) = -25 + 40 + 6$

Step3: Sum the values

$f(-5) = 11$

Answer:

11