Evaluate the Expression Without Using a Calculator

question 146

Multiple Choice

Evaluate the expression without using a calculator.

• A) -9
• B) 9

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Definitions:

Independent Expenditures

Expenses made by individuals or groups to support or oppose a political candidate or issue, without coordination with any candidate’s campaign.

Presidential Election

A process in which citizens of a country vote to elect the president, the head of the executive branch of the government.

Free-Rider Problem

A situation in which individuals benefit from resources or services without paying for them, which can lead to under-provision or depletion of those resources.

Selective Incentives

Benefits or rewards provided by groups to entice members to join and remain active within the organization, often used within the context of political or social groups.