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If x $ y is defined as 2(x + y) 2, then what is the value of 2 $ 3?
A. 25
B. 36
C. 50
D. 100
E. 144
Correct Answer: C
Explanation/Reference:
Explanation:
For this type of problem, substitute the values you are given for x and y. In this case, x = 2 and y = 3. The expression becomes 2 (2 + 3)2. Using the order of operations, perform the operation within the parentheses first and then the exponent. 2 (5)2 = 2 (25).Multiply to get 50.
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