Evaluate the Indicated Function For $f ( x ) = x ^ { 2 } - 1$

question 16

Multiple Choice

Evaluate the indicated function for $f ( x ) = x ^ { 2 } - 1$ and $g ( x ) = x - 6$ .
$( f g ) ( - 2 )$

• A) \(- 24\)
• B) 40
• C) \(- 2\)
• D) 12
• E) 24

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Definitions:

Dibromocyclopentane

A cyclopentane molecule in which two hydrogen atoms have been replaced by bromine atoms.

Dichloropentane

A type of organic compound that consists of a pentane chain with two chlorine atoms attached, which can exist in multiple isomeric forms.

Alkyl Chloride

A type of organic compound where one or more hydrogens in an alkyl group is replaced by chlorine; often used in organic synthesis and as solvents or intermediates.

Carbon-Chlorine Bond

A covalent bond between a carbon atom and a chlorine atom, often found in organic chlorine compounds.