Question #N1014

The function *f* is defined by *f*(x) = x^2 + 3x - 10. What is the value of *f*(-5) ?
A. -20
B. -10
C. 0
D. 10

Correct Answer is: D

Substituting -5 for x in the function, we get f(-5) = (-5)^2 + 3(-5) - 10. Simplifying, we get f(-5) = 25 - 15 - 10 = 10.