Evaluate the Function for the Indicated Value, Then Simplify $f ( x ) = - 2 x - 2$

question 206

Multiple Choice

Evaluate the function for the indicated value, then simplify.
- $f ( x ) = - 2 x - 2$ ; find $f ( a - 1 )$ , then simplify as much as possible.

• A) \(a = 5\)
• B) \(- 2 a\)
• C) \(a\)
• D) \(- 2 a - 3\)

---

Definitions:

Market Price

The prevailing price at which a service or asset is being offered for sale or purchase.

Shares Outstanding

Refers to the total number of shares of a company that are currently owned by shareholders, including shares held by institutional investors and restricted shares owned by the company’s officers and insiders.

Market Price

The current market rate at which one can purchase or sell a service or asset.