what is the expression for y when x = 5?

I need help solving it, I don't want the answer, I need help working it out .. It gives me a chart on the side that I have to follow and it's a x,y chart

X | Y
1 | 1 + 2
2 | 1+ 2
3 | 1+ 2 + 4
4 | 1 + 2 + 4 + 8

I need help..

Question

what is the expression for y when x = 5?

I need help solving it, I don't want the answer, I need help working it out .. It gives me a chart on the side that I have to follow and it's a x,y chart

X |         Y
1 | 1 + 2
2 | 1+ 2 
3 | 1+ 2 + 4
4 | 1 + 2 + 4 + 8 

I need help..

directrix · Answer

Is the first entry posted correctly:

X |         Y
1 | 1 + 2

Just wondering because it is the same as the expression for y when x = 2.

directrix · Answer

I can't help you if you do not work with me.  Please help me so that I can help you.  @vise_versa

skullpatrol · Answer

Probably away from the keyboard. @Directrix

anonymous · Answer

Sorry I wasn't in the room. And yes. @Directrix

skullpatrol · Answer

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