Question

Algebraic expressions- The opposite of a number squared plus 3? How would I write it down like an algebraic expression?

Answer 1

if the number is say \(x\) then the "opposite" of \(x\) is \(-x\)

Answer 2

Thank you so mcu! You're awesome! :)

Answer 3

*much

Answer 4

it really depends on where the comma is. that is how math is different from english

Answer 5

Thanks and I'll remeber that

Answer 6

the opposite of a number squared plus 3 would be \(-(x^2+3)\) whereas
the opposite of a numbers squared, plus 3 would be \(-x)^2+3\)

Answer 7

Thank you!:)