Question

start by finding the output when the input is 4. if you multiply 4 by 2, then subtract 1, what is the output? record that in the table.
input
rule
output

input output
4
18
12
8

Explanation:

Step1: Multiply input (4) by 2

$4\times2 = 8$

Step2: Subtract 1 from the result

$8 - 1 = 7$

Answer:

7